iQOO 15 Launches in India with a 7000mAh Battery and 6000-Nit Display: The Endurance Flagship is Here
IQOOWednesday, 26 November 2025 at 22:13
The Indian premium smartphone space has become the ultimate proving ground, where brands constantly push the boundaries of price and performance. Today, iQOO made its boldest statement yet by launching the iQOO 15, a device that doesn't just chase the flagship crowd—it challenges them on raw endurance. Packing the industry’s most advanced display technology and a massive 7000mAh power source, the iQOO 15 aims to redefine the definition of an "uncompromised" premium experience for the modern, demanding user.
An Elite Engine and the Quest for Sustained Power
At the core of the iQOO 15 is the standard-setting Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. This 3nm silicon is what you expect in a 2025 flagship, but iQOO has doubled down on performance with its proprietary Supercomputing Chip Q3. This is more than just a marketing gimmick; the Q3 chip handles frame interpolation and computational efficiency, offloading work from the main SoC. The result is the bragging right of an AnTuTu score exceeding four million—a clear shot across the bow of any gaming-centric rival.
But a powerful chip means nothing if it overheats. This is where iQOO steps in with what they call "India’s largest 8K VC Cooling System." The size and efficiency of this vapor chamber are crucial for gamers who plan on utilizing the ray tracing technology for enhanced graphics.
Market Reality: The Price vs. Feature Calculus
The iQOO 15 starts at Rs. 72,999, putting it squarely in a head-to-head battle with the OnePlus 15 and the Realme GT 8 Pro, which share the same core chipset. However, iQOO is banking on differentiation in two key areas: battery and display. My personal insight here is that while rivals are focusing on incremental charging speed boosts, iQOO has targeted the core pain point of all power users: endurance. This aggressive, feature-led approach, coupled with an effective starting price of Rs. 64,999 with launch offers, makes the iQOO 15 a serious contender for the "best value" flagship crown in the Indian market.
A Display Built for the Sun and the Largest Battery Yet
The visual experience on the iQOO 15 is driven by the 6.85-inch Samsung 2K M14 LEAD OLED Display, a panel iQOO claims is an Android first. Hitting an adaptive 144Hz refresh rate and a mind-boggling local peak brightness of 6000 nits, the display’s "India’s brightest" claim is believable. This level of brightness, paired with Dolby Vision and triple ambient sensors, genuinely addresses a core user experience issue: outdoor visibility.
Crucially, the power source is the true innovation story. The 7000mAh battery is one of the largest we have ever seen in a flagship device. It leverages fourth-generation silicon anode and second-generation semi-solid-state battery technology. This is future-proofing, as these chemical advances provide stability and durability across temperature extremes. Backed by 100W wired and 40W wireless charging, this device seems engineered to run longer than the competition, something that should resonate powerfully with working professionals and dedicated gamers alike.
Promises and Lenses: Cameras and Longevity
The camera system is robust, featuring a tri-50MP setup with a high-calibre Sony IMX921 VCS main sensor. The inclusion of a 50MP periscope telephoto lens (Sony IMX882) confirms its flagship status, ensuring versatility across focal lengths. This is a well-rounded package, though the ultimate performance will, as always, come down to iQOO's computational photography software.
iQOO 15 specifications
- 6.85-inch (3168×1440 pixels) 2K+ curved Samsung M14 8T LTPO AMOLED 20:9 aspect ratio screen with HDR10+, 144Hz variable refresh rate, 1.07 billion colors, DCI-P3 color gamut, up to 2600 nits brightness in HBM mode, up to 6000 nits peak brightness, 118% DCI-P3 color gamut, 2160Hz PWM dimming + DC Dimming, Dolby Vision
- Octa Core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 3nm SoC with Adreno 840 GPU, Q3 Gaming chip
- 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM with 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.1) storage
- Android 16 with OriginOS 6.0
- Dual SIM (nano + nano)
- 50MP camera with 1/ 1.49″ Sony IMX921 sensor, f/1.88 aperture, OIS, LED flash, 50MP 1/2.76″ 150° ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.0 aperture, 50MP 3x periscope telephoto camera with 1/1.95″ Sony IMX882 sensor, f/2.65 aperture, OIS
- 32MP front-facing camera with f/2.2 aperture
- In-display Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, infrared sensor
- USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers, Hi-Fi audio
- Dimensions: 163.65× 76.71×8.14mm (Alpha) | 8.17mm (Legend);Weight: 216.2 g (Alpha) | 220g (Legend)
- Dust and Water resistance (IP68+IP69)
- 5G SA/NSA (n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n18/n20/n26/n28A/n28B/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n77/n78), Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11 be, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS: L1+L5, Beidou: B1C+B1I+B2a, GLONASS: G1, Galileo: E1+E5a, QZSS: L1+L5, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen1, NFC
- 7000mAh battery with 100W ultra-fast flash charging, 40W wireless charging
Finally, in a major move towards long-term consumer confidence, iQOO is promising five years of Android OS updates and seven years of security patches. This level of software commitment is the new battleground for flagship devices and directly challenges the update policies of Samsung and Google. It shows iQOO is focused not just on day-one sales, but on securing user loyalty through unparalleled device longevity.
The iQOO 15 is an absolute beast. It’s a compelling package that blends raw power with genuinely useful technological leaps in battery and display, ensuring it stands out in a crowded, high-end market.
Key Takeaways
- The iQOO 15 features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, enhanced by a dedicated Supercomputing Chip Q3 for gaming.
- It boasts India’s first and brightest 6.85-inch Samsung 2K M14 LEAD OLED Display, reaching a peak brightness of 6000 nits.
- Powering the device is a massive 7000mAh battery utilizing advanced silicon anode and semi-solid-state technology.
- The camera setup is a versatile triple 50MP system, including the high-end Sony IMX921 main sensor and a periscope telephoto lens.
- iQOO has committed to an industry-leading software promise of 5 Android OS updates and 7 years of security patches.
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