Source The Hindu
NEW DELHI, November 26, 2025 — iQOO has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the iQOO 15, in the Indian market today. Designed to deliver an unparalleled performance experience, the new device is powered by the top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and debuts the brand’s new software experience, OriginOS 6, based on Android 16.
The iQOO 15 is set to compete aggressively in the premium segment, appealing to both mobile gamers and users seeking a high-end, powerful Android flagship.
Performance and Next-Gen Software
At the heart of the iQOO 15 is the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, built on a 3nm fabrication process. This chipset promises significant performance leaps, especially in gaming, which is further enhanced by iQOO’s proprietary SuperComputing Chip Q3.
The device introduces OriginOS 6 in India, marking a shift from the brand’s previous software. This new OS features a refreshed design with a focus on smooth transitions, real-time blur effects, and an “Atomic Island” feature, a dynamic notification system akin to Apple’s Dynamic Island. iQOO is also committing to a long-term software lifecycle with promises of up to five years of Android OS updates and seven years of security patches.
Flagship Display and Battery
The viewing experience is anchored by a stunning 6.85-inch Samsung 2K M14 LEAD OLED display, a first for any Android smartphone. Key display specifications include:
Resolution: 2K (1440 x 3168 pixels)
Refresh Rate: 144Hz LTPO Adaptive Refresh Rate
Brightness: Up to 6000 nits local peak brightness
Certification: Dolby Vision
Keeping the powerful hardware running is a massive 7,000mAh silicon anode battery, which supports blazing-fast 100W FlashCharge wired charging and a first for an iQOO flagship—40W wireless charging. Thermal management is handled by an advanced 8K Single Layer VC Cooling System, the largest on an iQOO device, ensuring sustained performance during intense gaming sessions.
Pro-Grade Triple Camera System
The iQOO 15 features a versatile triple-camera system at the rear, with all three sensors boasting a 50MP resolution:
Main Camera: 50MP Sony IMX921 sensor with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS).
Ultrawide Camera: 50MP sensor.
Telephoto Camera: 50MP Periscope lens with 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom.
The front-facing camera is a 32MP shooter.
Price and Availability
The iQOO 15 will be available in two distinct colour variants: the matte black Alpha Edition and the white Legend Edition, which features a tri-colour rhombus pattern.
Variant Price in India (MRP) Effective Price (with launch offer)
12GB RAM + 256GB Storage ₹72,999 ₹64,999
16GB RAM + 512GB Storage ₹79,999 ₹71,999
Pre-booking for the smartphone starts on November 27. The device will officially go on sale on December 1 across Amazon.in, the iQOO e-store, and authorized retail outlets. Launch offers include a ₹7,000 discount via bank offers or an exchange bonus, plus an additional ₹1,000 coupon for eligible customers.
