Get ready to mark your calendars because iQOO, vivo’s performance-centric sub-brand, is reportedly cooking up something truly special. Leaks are pouring in for the upcoming iQOO 15 series, and if these rumors hold true, we’re looking at a pair of devices designed to push the boundaries of smartphone power, photography, and user experience. Ready na ba kayo?
For years, iQOO has quietly built a reputation for delivering flagships with raw power and aggressive pricing. Now, it seems they’re not just aiming for raw performance, but a more refined, all-around premium package. The word on the street (thanks to prolific leakers like Digital Chat Station) suggests that both a standard iQOO 15 and a possibly even more monstrous iQOO 15 Ultra are in the pipeline, skipping the number “14” due to common cultural superstitions in some Asian markets.
What’s Under the Hood? A Glimpse at the Powerhouse Specs
1. The Brains of the Operation: Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Both the iQOO 15 and its potential Ultra sibling are expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 (SM8850) chipset. This is a huge deal! Rumored to be officially unveiled in September, this chip is tipped to be an absolute beast, with early benchmarks showing a significant leap in performance over its predecessor. We’re talking Geekbench 6 scores exceeding 4,000 in single-core and 11,000 in multi-core! Built on TSMC’s 3nm process and featuring new Oryon cores, expect unparalleled speed, graphics prowess (thanks to the Adreno 840 GPU), and incredible efficiency for everything from gaming to heavy multitasking.
2. Visual Feast: Stunning Displays The iQOO 15 is rumored to sport a 2K flat display, likely an LTPO OLED panel that could offer refresh rates as high as 144Hz or even 165Hz for silky-smooth visuals. The “Ultra” model might take things up a notch with a larger 6.85-inch or 6.88-inch 2K flat Samsung LIPO OLED screen, featuring LTPO technology for adaptive refresh rates and potentially a blinding 6,000 nits peak brightness. What’s LIPO? It’s a display packing process that helps significantly reduce bezels, giving you more screen, less border! Plus, expect iQOO’s self-developed display chip to ensure optimized visuals and performance.
3. Next-Gen Security: 3D Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor Say goodbye to optical sensors that sometimes struggle in bright light or with wet fingers. The iQOO 15 series is expected to integrate a 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor. This tech offers faster, more accurate, and more secure biometric authentication, working even with slightly damp fingers. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference in daily convenience.
4. Camera Prowess: A Trio of 50MP Powerhouses (and More!) Photography enthusiasts, rejoice! The iQOO 15 is rumored to feature a trio of 50-megapixel cameras, prominently featuring a 50MP 3x periscope telephoto lens. This is fantastic news, especially for those who love zooming in without losing detail. The Ultra variant might push boundaries further, with some leaks suggesting an additional 200MP ultra-wide camera alongside the 50MP main and telephoto lenses, offering incredible versatility. From stunning landscapes to detailed portraits, the iQOO 15 series is gearing up to be a serious contender in the mobile photography arena.
5. Power That Lasts (and Charges Lightning Fast!) Battery life is always a top concern, and iQOO seems to be addressing it head-on. The iQOO 15 Ultra, in particular, is rumored to pack a colossal 7,000mAh or even 7,500mAh battery, potentially utilizing advanced silicon-carbon technology for higher energy density. And when it’s time to refuel? Both models are expected to feature blistering 100W wired flash charging, with some whispers of 150W for the Ultra. There’s also strong speculation about the inclusion of wireless charging, a feature that has often been missing from iQOO’s past flagships, finally bringing it into line with other premium devices.
6. The Full Flagship Package: Beyond the core specs, leaks suggest the iQOO 15 series will come with a complete flagship experience, including:
- An active cooling fan in the Ultra model to maintain peak performance during intense gaming.
- IP68/69 water and dust resistance for added durability.
- Dual stereo speakers for immersive audio.
- An IR blaster for controlling home appliances.
The Road Ahead: When to Expect These Beasts
While no official launch date has been confirmed, most leaks point to a launch for the iQOO 15 series later in 2025. Given iQOO’s history of launching flagships in the latter half of the year, this timeline seems plausible. The anticipation is definitely building for what could be iQOO’s most ambitious and complete flagship lineup to date.
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