iQOO is targeting the performance-and-gaming segment with its next flagship, the iQOO 15, confirmed to launch in India on 26 November 2025. The Mobile Indian+1
🔧 Key Features
- It’s expected to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the same powerful SoC found in other premium launches this month. Gadgets 360+1
- The device is tipped to feature a 6.85-inch 2K AMOLED display with a high refresh rate (likely 144 Hz), optimizing for gaming and fast interactions. India Today
- The battery is expected to be around 7,000 mAh, paired with 100 W wired fast charging, making it capable of long gaming sessions. mint
- Cooling & game-mode: According to speculation, there may be advanced cooling mechanisms (like VC heat plate) and a “dedicated gaming chip” or mode to sustain high performance. Gadgets 360
✅ Why Gamers Should Be Excited
- Top-tier chipset + screen combo: With Elite Gen 5 and a 2K high-refresh panel, this phone is built for pro gamers.
- Battery + endurance: Massive capacity + fast charging means long, sustained play without big downtime.
- Optimized software: iQOO’s gaming-focused UI and performance tuning may give it an edge over general flagship phones.
- Launch timing: A late-November launch means buyers get one of the most advanced chips and display tech available right now.
⚠️ Points to Watch
- Thermal behaviour: Can the phone maintain peak performance during prolonged gaming?
- Price sensitivity: High-end gaming phones with big batteries often command premium pricing — will iQOO hit the sweet spot?
- Competitor pressure: With OnePlus 15, Realme GT 8 Pro, and others also launching, iQOO must differentiate beyond raw performance.
