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The upcoming flagship iQOO 15 — covering launch details, specs, design, features, what it means in the market, and what to watch out for

mate em October 19, 2025

The upcoming flagship iQOO 15 — covering launch details, specs, design, features, what it means in the market, and what to watch out for


. Introduction

The iQOO 15 is shaping up to be a serious flagship contender from iQOO (a sub‑brand of vivo) — one that aims to combine high‑performance hardware, advanced cooling, premium display, and gaming‑centric features. With many leaks and teasers now out, it’s one of the most eagerly awaited Android phones of late 2025.

2. Launch & Availability

  • The company has formally confirmed that the iQOO 15 will launch in China on 20 October 2025. Beebom Gadgets+2Gadgets 360+2

  • For India, the official timeline indicates a launch around November 2025. Gadgets 360+2The Daily Jagran+2

  • Pricing hasn’t been locked in yet for India, but leaks suggest around ₹59,999 (approx) for the base model. The Daily Jagran

  • Colour options teased include “Soaring Cloud Edition”, “Legend Edition”, “Wilderness Edition” and “Track Edition”. Beebom Gadgets+1

Core Specifications

Here’s a detailed look at the key specs (confirmed or strongly rumoured) for iQOO 15:

Display & Design

  • A large 6.85″ 2K (QHD) “Everest” Samsung M14 / LTPO panel, supporting a 144 Hz refresh rate. Gadgets 360+2Smartprix+2

  • Peak brightness reportedly up to 6,000 nits (local peak) for some versions. Gadgets 360+1

  • IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust/water/high‑pressure resistance. NDTV Profit+1

  • Ultrasonic in‑display fingerprint sensor (3D ultrasonic). NDTV Profit

  • Design features include metal frame and possibly colour‑changing back panel as teasers suggest. Smartprix


Performance & Internals

  • The SoC: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 — one of the earliest phones to adopt it. Gadgets 360+1

  • In‑house gaming chip: the “Q3” gaming processor (gaming optimised). Gadgets 360

  • Cooling: A new 8K vapour chamber (VC) “ice dome” cooling system, claimed to be ~47 % more efficient than previous ones. Gadgets 360+1

  • Storage & RAM: Leaks suggest up to 16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage in top variants. Smartprix+1

Camera System

  • Primary sensor: 50 MP (large 1/1.5″ or similar) for main lens. The Daily Jagran+1

  • Telephoto lens: A 50 MP periscope telephoto is expected. Smartprix+1

  • Additional lenses: Ultrawide likely 50 MP; front camera likely ~32 MP. Smartprix

  • Enhanced features: Dual symmetric speakers (“War Drum Master Pro”), dual‑axis haptic motor (“Warhammer MAX”) – for the gaming experience. Gadgets 360+1


Battery, Charging & Other Features

  • Battery: More than 7,000 mAh battery capacity in leaks. Gadgets 360+1

  • Wired charging: Rumoured ~100 W wired charging. Business Standard

  • Wireless charging: Confirmed to be supported. The Daily Jagran

  • USB‑C port and possibly USB 3.2 support. Beebom Gadgets

  • Connectivity & gaming optimisations: 23‑antenna design, 144fps game mode at 2K resolution. Gadgets 360

Battery, Charging & Other Features

  • Battery: More than 7,000 mAh battery capacity in leaks. Gadgets 360+1

  • Wired charging: Rumoured ~100 W wired charging. Business Standard

  • Wireless charging: Confirmed to be supported. The Daily Jagran

  • USB‑C port and possibly USB 3.2 support. Beebom Gadgets

  • Connectivity & gaming optimisations: 23‑antenna design, 144fps game mode at 2K resolution. Gadgets 360

4. What’s New / Strong Selling Points

  • Flagship SoC early adoption: By using Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the phone positions itself at the top tier.

  • Top‑tier display: 2K + 144Hz + extreme brightness makes it look premium and future‑proof.

  • Cooling & gaming features: For users who game heavily, the advanced cooling and dedicated gaming chip are big pluses.

  • Elite durability: With IP69, it aims to stand out in resilience compared to many flagships.

  • Charging & battery: A large battery + wireless + fast wired charging is desirable in 2025.

  • Design variety & colour options: Allows users to pick more personalized styles rather than just generic.

5. Market & Competition

In India and globally, the iQOO 15 will compete with other flagship phones such as those from OnePlus, Samsung, Xiaomi, and also premium models from Apple/Google.
Given its spec sheet and probable pricing (~₹60,000), it offers a value proposition: flagship performance without going into ultra‑premium pricing. That could appeal to tech enthusiasts who want “all‑round” flagship features (display, performance, camera, battery) without giant mark‑ups.

6. What to Watch / Potential Drawbacks

  • Price inflation: Some leaks suggest the cost of components (screen, periscope etc) has gone up — meaning the final price may be higher than predecessor. Reddit

  • Software / optimisation: A phone with such high specs requires good software optimisation (thermal, battery, camera) — iQOO will need to deliver.

  • Camera vs top‑camera flagships: While the camera specs are strong, brands like Samsung / Apple / Google still have very refined camera ecosystems. iQOO must bring as strong processing and software to match.

  • Global service / brand perception: In some markets, iQOO might have lesser brand after‑sales or service reach compared to major brands — worth checking for your region.

  • Battery / charging real‑world: While battery is large and charging fast, actual endurance and heat during fast charging are worth checking in reviews.


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