iQOO 15 Rumors: October Launch, Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 & 7,000mAh Battery 🚀

Abhishek_Lende9

08-13 15:27

Hey fellow iQOO fans

Something big is brewing at iQOO—rumors and teasers about the upcoming iQOO 15 are heating up. If you're as hyped as I am for the next-gen iQOO flagship, this thread’s for you. Let’s unpack what we know so far—from leaks to official hints—about what's likely coming this October


iQOO 15: The Rumor Rundown


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Launch Timing


Expectations point toward October 2025 for the iQOO 15 debut in China .


Some reports even suggest a possible staggered India rollout in December 2025 .


Additionally, the name and teaser were officially confirmed around end-July, during ChinaJoy 2025 .



Performance & Chipset

The device is tipped to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 (SM8850)—Qualcomm’s next flagship chip .


iQOO is reportedly adding its own in-house gaming chip, reinforcing its gaming-centric design .



Display & Design

Expect a massive 6.85-inch 2K LTPO OLED panel, likely supplied by Samsung, featuring an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint scanner, AR (anti-reflective) coating, and LIPO packaging tech for thinner bezels .



Cameras & Battery

A capable triple 50 MP rear camera array—main, ultra-wide, and a 3x periscope telephoto lens—features in both the standard and Ultra models .


Powering the show is a massive 7,000 mAh battery—great news for long gaming or video sessions .



Software & Gaming Features

The phone is expected to ship with OriginOS 6 on Android 16 .


The Ultra variant, which may arrive in early 2026, is rumored to pack gaming-focused perks like an active cooling fan, shoulder gaming buttons, and wireless charging support .



What Separates the Models

The standard iQOO 15 targets performance users with flagship specs.


The iQOO 15 Ultra offers extra gamer-centric hardware and premium extras—launch expected first half of 2026 .





Quick Specs Summary (Rumored)


Feature iQOO 15 (Standard) iQOO 15 Ultra (Expected 2026)


Launch Timeline October 2025 (China) Early 2026

Chipset Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Same + in-house gaming chip-related enhancements

Display 6.85" 2K LTPO OLED, ultrasonic fingerprint Same

Battery 7,000 mAh 7,000 mAh + 100W fast charging

Cameras Triple 50 MP (incl. 3x periscope) Same

Gaming Features Standard spec sheet Cooling fan, shoulder buttons, wireless charging




Final Thoughts:


The iQOO 15 lineup looks poised to be a powerful, gamer-friendly flagship series—equipped with top-tier specs and performance. The standard model already appears compelling for performance enthusiasts, while the Ultra version could take mobile gaming to the next level—albeit possibly at a higher price and delayed availability.


What excites you most? Is it the humongous battery, the Snapdrago

n 8 Elite 2, or those gamer-centric Ultra features? Let’s discuss


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