[FAQs] iQOO 15 - Display, Performance & Gaming Features | Vol.2

Vishwa_24 Ranger

12-24 21:53

Hello iQOO Fam


Welcome back to Vol.2 of the iQOO 15 FAQ series! If you missed Vol.1, check it out here  for details on phone's box contents, design, and connectivity basics.

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This volume dives into what makes the iQOO 15 a true flagship: the Samsung 2K M14 OLED display with 6000 nits peak brightness, dual-chip performance combining Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Supercomputing Q3, advanced cooling, gaming features, and the Game Live Streaming Assistant.


Let's explore the tech that powers those buttery-smooth gaming sessions.

FAQs on Display

Q1. What is the display size and resolution of the iQOO 15?

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6.85-inch Samsung 2K M14 LEAD OLED display with 3168 x 1440 resolution and 508 PPI pixel density for crystal clear clarity. You can switch to lower Full HD+ (2376 x 1080 pixels) resolution as well to extend battery life. 

Q2. What is the refresh rate of the iQOO 15 display?

1-144Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate that automatically adjusts based on content – 144Hz for gaming, 1Hz for static images to save battery. 

Q3. How bright is the iQOO 15 display?

6000 nits local peak brightness and 2600 nits global HBM brightness make it one of the brightest displays available, easily readable under direct sunlight. Manual full-screen brightness reaches 1000 nits.

Q4. What is Samsung LEAD OLED technology on the iQOO 15?

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LEAD (Low-power, Efficient, Advanced Display) OLED uses nano-photolithography filter film and polarizer-free technology, delivering 40% higher light-emitting efficiency, 60% reduced motion blur, 18% wider color gamut, 50% longer lifespan, and 44% lower power consumption compared to previous generation.

Q5. What display features does the iQOO 15 include?

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  • HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support
  • 118% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage
  • 1.07 billion colors, 240Hz touch sampling rate
  • 2160Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort
  • Always-On Display
  • Anti-reflective protective film. 

Q6. How does the iQOO 15 reduce eye strain?

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  • Polarization-free natural light display mimics natural light to reduce eye strain.
  • Triple ambient light sensors provide all-scenario eye protection.
  • Comfortable Eye Protection 2.0 adapts to all weather, all scenarios, and all users. Hardware-based game eye protection offers Competitive Mode and Soothing Mode. 

Q7. Does the iQOO 15 display have minimal motion blur?

Yes, 60% reduced motion blur compared to the previous generation (1st-gen 2K Q10 display) means rapid scrolling with no ghosting – text and images remain sharp during fast movements.

Performance & Gaming

Q8. What processor powers the iQOO 15?

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Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, engineered by Qualcomm and built on a 3nm process. It has a 2 + 6 all-big core architecture that uses 2 x Oryon Prime CPU at up to 4.6 GHz and 6 x Oryon Performance CPUs at up to 3.62 GHz.

Q9. What is the Supercomputing Chip Q3 on the iQOO 15?

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A dedicated mobile graphics chip with rendering, ray tracing, and AI trio cores. It enables self-developed full-scene ray tracing, PC-grade native super resolution (2K), PC-grade lossless frame interpolation (up to 144 FPS), concurrent super resolution and frame interpolation, and Game Display Enhancement with Night Vision Mode.

Q10. What RAM and storage types does the iQOO 15 use?

The iQOO 15 uses LPDDR5X Ultra RAM combined with UFS 4.1 storage for faster app launches and file access.

Q11. How fast are the RAM and storage on the iQOO 15?

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LPDDR5X Ultra offers up to 9.6–10.7 Gbps-class read/write speeds, while UFS 4.1 delivers significantly quicker app installation and file transfer compared to previous UFS generations.

Q12. Can the iQOO 15 run games at 144 FPS?

Yes, with the Q3 chip's lossless frame interpolation, supported games like BGMI can reach 144 FPS with ultra-low latency and low power consumption while maintaining 2K resolution.

Q13. What is the cooling system on the iQOO 15?

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8K Single Layer VC (vapor chamber) cooling system – the largest in iQOO history. Features 200 million nano-grade graphene particles, dual-layer graphite sheet (>14,000 mm² area), and super thermal gel with 2000 W/m.K thermal conductivity. Delivers 14% larger VC area, 10% larger cooling area, 47% higher graphite cooling efficiency, and 33% better gel cooling performance compared to iQOO 13.

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FAQs on Game Live Streaming

Q14. What is Game Live Streaming Assistant on the iQOO 15?

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Built-in feature for ultra-smooth mobile game streaming to PC without a capture card. Supports 2K resolution at 60 FPS with 20 Mbps bitrate, dual-device screen mirroring, highlight replay, and instant seamless connection.

Q15. How do I set up Game Live Streaming Assistant?

Download PC client  (Windows 10+) from live.vivoglobal.com and mobile APK . Connect via USB cable (enable USB debugging) or Wi-Fi QR code scan. Sign in with the same iQOO/vivo account on both devices. Start mirroring and add the window to OBS/Streamlabs for streaming to Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook.

Q16. Does streaming affect gaming performance on iQOO 15?

No, the dual-chip architecture ensures stable frame rates and temperatures during simultaneous gaming and streaming. The dedicated network optimization and Monster Engine keep performance smooth. 

FAQs on Touch & Haptics

Q17. What is the touch sampling rate on the iQOO 15?

3200 Hz instant touch sampling rate during gaming, with 360 Hz stable multi-finger touch response.

Q18. What is the Dual Axis Vibration motor on the iQOO 15?

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Industry's first single motor integrating both X-axis and Z-axis for rich, multi-dimensional haptic feedback. Features include compound vibration (simulates drifting friction), directional recognition (easier enemy location detection), 4D vibration ringtones, and skill-specific game vibration based on direction and action.

FAQs on Audio

Q19. What audio setup does the iQOO 15 have?

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Symmetrical dual stereo speakers (1511 dual speakers top and bottom) with vivo-developed Gaming HyperSense Audio. Delivers 120% louder game detail sounds and 25% wider soundstage angle. Supports Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Wireless certification.

FAQs on Network

Q20. What network features does the iQOO 15 offer for gaming?

  • Universal Esports Network System with 23 antennas in 360° omnidirectional design eliminates dead zones. 
  • Bottom-mounted cellular antenna cluster enhances signal strength.
  • AI Esports Signal Engine uses optimized AI network prediction for reduced multiplayer gaming lag.

Q21. What is Snap-Up Engine on the iQOO 15?

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Priority scheduling and dedicated network optimization for ticket booking apps—from app launch through navigation, payment, and ticket issuance. Applies to whitelisted apps like Bookmyshow in India. 


Thank you for reading Vol.2! This covers the display brilliance and gaming powerhouse features that make the iQOO 15 stand out.


Check out Vol.3 for the camera system (50MP Sony periscope), 7000mAh battery endurance, charging speeds, and OriginOS 6 AI features.


Drop your questions below – especially about specific use cases or features you want explored in detail!


Note: All data were taken from the iQOO website and are based on personal experience with the iQOO 15 device.


Signing off, 

@Vishwa_24, Ranger, @iQOO Connect  


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