iQOO has officially expanded its flagship lineup in China with the launch of the iQOO 15 Ultra, and this one clearly means business. Positioned as the brand’s top-tier offering, the new Ultra model brings cutting-edge performance hardware, a massive battery, and a camera setup built for power users and gamers alike.
The phone was unveiled on Wednesday and will go on sale in China starting February 6, exclusively via the Vivo China online store.
Price and Availability in China
The iQOO 15 Ultra comes in multiple high-end configurations, reflecting its flagship positioning:
- 16GB RAM + 256GB storage: CNY 5,699 (approx. ₹74,000)
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: CNY 5,999 (approx. ₹78,000)
- 16GB RAM + 1TB storage: CNY 6,999 (approx. ₹91,000)
- 24GB RAM + 1TB storage: CNY 7,699 (approx. ₹1,00,000)
The handset will be available in two striking colour options — 2077 Black and 2049 Silver.
Display and Performance: Built for Power Users
At the front, the iQOO 15 Ultra features a 6.85-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display sourced from Samsung. With a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR support, and an eye-catching peak brightness of up to 8,000 nits, the display is clearly designed for immersive gaming and media consumption.
Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, built on a 3nm process. The octa-core processor clocks up to 4.6GHz and is paired with an Adreno 840 GPU, delivering serious performance headroom for gaming and heavy multitasking.
The phone supports up to 24GB of LPDDR5x Ultra Pro RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage, placing it firmly in ultra-premium territory.
Cooling, Gaming Features, and Extra Hardware
To manage all that power, iQOO has equipped the 15 Ultra with its Ice Dome Cooling System, which includes:
- An 8,000 sq mm heat dissipation plate
- An active cooling fan
- A dedicated heat vent on the left side
Gamers also get dual shoulder buttons and the Q3 e-sports chip, making the phone clearly targeted at competitive mobile gaming enthusiasts.
Camera Setup: Triple 50MP Sensors and 8K Video
On the camera front, iQOO has gone all-in with a triple 50-megapixel rear camera setup:
- 50MP primary camera with OIS
- 50MP periscope telephoto camera
- 50MP ultra-wide camera
For selfies and video calls, there’s a 32MP front camera. The handset supports up to 8K video recording, aligning it with current flagship camera standards.
Battery, Charging, and Connectivity
One of the standout features of the iQOO 15 Ultra is its 7,400mAh battery, which is among the largest seen in a flagship phone this year. It supports:
- 100W wired fast charging
- 40W wireless charging
- 55W PPS protocol
Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, and a full suite of global navigation systems. The device also packs an infrared blaster and a 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.
Software and Build
The phone runs on Android 16-based OriginOS 6 and comes with a long list of sensors. It measures 163.65 × 76.80 × 8.70mm and weighs 227 grams, reflecting its large battery and cooling hardware.
Final Words
With the iQOO 15 Ultra, the brand is clearly targeting users who want maximum performance without compromise. From the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and massive battery to gaming-focused hardware and a versatile camera system, this phone is designed to push limits rather than play it safe.
While its China-only launch keeps global fans waiting, the iQOO 15 Ultra firmly establishes itself as one of the most ambitious Android flagships of 2026 so far.
