iQOO has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone—the iQOO 15—in the Indian market, nearly a month after its China debut. Packed with next-generation performance, a massive battery, and top-tier display technology, the iQOO 15 strengthens the brand’s position in the premium smartphone segment. Available exclusively via Amazon, the handset arrives in Legend and Alpha Black colour options and brings a long list of upgrades in processing power, cooling, charging, and imaging.

Key Highlights

Powered by Qualcomm’s newest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 3nm chipset

Massive 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless fast charging

Large 6.85-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate

Triple 50MP camera system with Sony IMX921 primary sensor

Five Android OS upgrades + seven years of security updates

Available in India via Amazon in two colourways

iQOO 15 Price in India & Availability

iQOO has priced its latest flagship competitively considering the high-end hardware on offer:

12GB RAM + 256GB storage – ₹72,999

16GB RAM + 512GB storage – ₹79,999

As part of the introductory launch offers, customers can benefit from a ₹7,000 instant bank discount, bringing the effective prices down to:

₹64,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant

₹71,999 for the 16GB/512GB model

Availability:

Priority Pass access: November 27, 12 PM

Open sale on Amazon: December 1, 12 PM

Colour variants: Legend (Glass Back) and Alpha Black (Fibreglass Back)

Design & Build: Premium, Durable and Stylish

The iQOO 15 maintains a premium stance with two refined finishes:

Alpha Black with a lightweight fibreglass design (216.2g)

Legend with a glass back (220g)

It carries IP68 + IP69 ratings, ensuring top-level resistance to dust, accidental splashes, and even high-pressure water exposure. The phone measures 8.17mm, striking a balance between slimness and battery capacity.

Display: 6.85-inch 2K AMOLED With 144Hz Refresh Rate

The smartphone features an advanced 6.85-inch Samsung M14 8T LTPO AMOLED display, offering:

2K resolution

144Hz adaptive refresh rate

508 ppi pixel density

Up to 6,000 nits peak brightness

1Hz Always-On Display support

iQOO also includes an anti-reflective coating and Wet Finger Control, enabling smooth usage—even while using the phone with wet or sweaty fingers. Triple ambient light sensors help in dynamic brightness adjustments.

Performance: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Takes the Lead

At the core of the iQOO 15 lies Qualcomm’s most powerful ever chipset—the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, built on a 3nm architecture. It is paired with:

Up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM

Up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage

Adreno GPU with ray-tracing enhancements

Performance gains claimed by the company include:

23% faster GPU performance

25% improved hardware-accelerated ray tracing

20% better single-core performance

17% faster multi-core performance

37% improved NPU performance

The phone reportedly crossed an impressive 4.18 million points on AnTuTu, highlighting its raw power.

Advanced Cooling

To maintain stable performance during extended gaming and multitasking, the iQOO 15 features an 8K Vapor Chamber Cooling System with an 8,000mm² heat dissipation area.

The new Monster Halo Ambient Lighting under the camera module adds a unique visual element during gaming, charging, and notifications.

Camera: Triple 50MP Setup With Telephoto Periscope

iQOO has equipped the phone with a versatile triple 50MP camera system, featuring:

Rear Cameras

50MP Sony IMX921 primary sensor (1/1.56-inch) with OIS

50MP Sony IMX882 telephoto periscope camera

3x optical zoom

3.7x “lossless” zoom

Up to 10x hybrid zoom

50MP ultrawide camera (1/2.76-inch)

Front Camera

32MP selfie camera with 90° FOV

Supports 4K 60fps video recording

The device also includes AI-powered imaging features, including AI Visual Enhancement and AI Reflection Erase, available in Standard, Portrait, and Landscape modes.

Battery & Charging: 7,000mAh Powerhouse

One of the biggest highlights of the iQOO 15 is its massive 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, ensuring all-day backup—even for heavy users.

Charging support includes:

100W wired fast charging

40W wireless charging

This makes it one of the most power-efficient flagships available today.

Software: Long-Term Update Promise

The phone runs on Android 16-based OriginOS 6, and iQOO is offering:

5 years of major Android updates

7 years of security patches

This long-term promise significantly enhances device longevity.

Conclusion

The iQOO 15 brings a powerful combination of flagship performance, an exceptional 2K display, a massive 7,000mAh fast-charging battery, and a premium design. With Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and advanced camera hardware, it is positioned as one of the most aggressive performance-centric smartphones in the Indian premium space.

For users seeking cutting-edge speed, top-tier gaming, long-lasting battery life, and reliable software support, the iQOO 15 stands out as one of the strongest flagship contenders of the year.

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