iQOO has officially launched the iQOO 15 in India, introducing a major shift in its software strategy by bringing OriginOS to the Indian market for the first time. The flagship device runs OriginOS 6 based on Android 16, powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
The smartphone also features a Samsung 2K M14 OLED display, a massive 7000mAh battery, and new AI enhancements across performance and camera systems. Sales begin December 1 on Amazon and the iQOO e-store.
Key Highlights
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Effective starting price: ₹64,999 (MRP ₹72,999) after launch offers
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Display: 6.78-inch Samsung 2K M14 OLED, 144Hz, 6000 nits peak brightness
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Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 + SuperComputing Chip Q3
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Battery: 7000mAh silicon-anode battery with 100W wired & 40W wireless charging
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Software: OriginOS 6 (Android 16) with 5 years of OS updates
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Cameras: Triple 50MP system (IMX921 main + ultra-wide + 3X telephoto periscope)
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Sale date: December 1, 2025
Display and Design
The iQOO 15 features a Samsung 2K M14 LEAD OLED panel with:
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144Hz adaptive refresh rate
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6000 nits local peak brightness
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Dolby Vision support
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TÜV Rheinland eye protection
A new Monster Halo light strip on the rear adds visual alerts for calls, messages, and charging. Color options include Alpha Black and Legend White.
Performance and Hardware
At its core is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, equipped with the third-generation Qualcomm Oryon CPU, offering:
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20% faster single-core performance
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AnTuTu score reportedly above 4 million
Gamers get additional firepower with the SuperComputing Chip Q3, handling:
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Advanced ray tracing
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Enhanced rendering
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Improved thermal performance
A Game Livestreaming Assistant enables direct PC streaming without capture cards.
Camera System
The iQOO 15 sports a triple 50MP camera setup:
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50MP Sony IMX921 VCS main sensor
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50MP ultra-wide lens
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50MP IMX882 3X telephoto periscope camera
AI tools include:
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Reflection removal (from glass surfaces)
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AI weather adjustment (modify sky/background conditions)
The front houses a 32MP selfie camera.
Battery and Software
A key highlight is the 7000mAh silicon-anode battery, supporting:
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100W FlashCharge wired
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40W wireless charging
For the first time in India, iQOO replaces Funtouch with OriginOS 6, featuring:
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Smoother animations
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Advanced customizations
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Origin Island — a visual activity/notification hub
The brand promises:
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5 years of Android OS upgrades
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7 years of security patches
Price and Availability
| Variant | Price | Effective Launch Offer |
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| 12GB + 256GB | ₹72,999 | ₹64,999 |
| 16GB + 512GB | ₹79,999 | ₹71,999 |
Pre-booked customers can redeem their units on Nov 27–28, while open sales begin December 1 via Amazon, iQOO online store, and offline retailers.
