iQoo has officially confirmed it’s bringing a new performance-focused flagship to market: the iQoo 15 Ultra. While the company is still keeping the full spec sheet under wraps, a fresh leak has revealed several major details that give a clearer picture of what to expect—and it sounds like the iQoo 15 Ultra is being built for power users and mobile gamers.
According to a well-known tipster on Weibo, the iQoo 15 Ultra is expected to feature a large 6.85-inch display sourced from Samsung, paired with a sharp 2K resolution. That combination suggests iQoo is aiming for an ultra-premium viewing experience, likely targeting people who care about screen clarity for gaming, streaming, and everyday scrolling.
On the performance side, the leak points to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powering the device, backed by iQoo’s in-house Q3 gaming chip. This is the same core setup said to be used in the standard iQoo 15, indicating that iQoo is doubling down on raw speed, sustained performance, and game-centric optimizations rather than simply chasing cosmetic upgrades.
Camera details from the leak also suggest strong overlap with the standard model. The iQoo 15 Ultra is rumored to include a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope telephoto camera—the same periscope sensor referenced for the iQoo 15. If accurate, that means the “Ultra” label may not be about reinventing the camera hardware, but more about enhancing the overall flagship experience around performance and usability.
Battery life could be one of the biggest highlights. The iQoo 15 Ultra is tipped to pack a battery around 7,000mAh along with 100W fast charging. That’s a large capacity for a flagship-class phone and should appeal to users who want long gaming sessions, heavy multitasking, and fewer charging interruptions. The standard iQoo 15 is also expected to carry a 7,000mAh battery, reinforcing the idea that iQoo is making big batteries a key selling point for this generation.
So what separates the iQoo 15 Ultra from the regular iQoo 15? The leak suggests two standout additions: an active cooling fan and shoulder key buttons. Those are features often associated with gaming phones, designed to help manage heat during extended play and provide more console-like control for competitive titles. If these inclusions end up being accurate, the iQoo 15 Ultra could position itself as a flagship that leans harder into gaming performance than most traditional premium smartphones.
As for the release timeline, the iQoo 15 Ultra is expected to launch in China before the Spring Festival, which begins on February 17. That window suggests an announcement could arrive soon, especially as pre-launch leaks tend to accelerate as the debut gets closer.
Separately, iQoo has also been expanding its lineup in China with new releases, including the Z11 Turbo, which launched with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, a sizable 7,600mAh battery, and a 200MP main camera—signaling the brand’s ongoing push for big specs and aggressive value across multiple tiers.
With a rumored 2K 6.85-inch display, next-gen Snapdragon performance, gaming enhancements like a cooling fan and shoulder triggers, and a massive 7,000mAh battery with 100W charging, the iQoo 15 Ultra is shaping up to be one of the more interesting performance-first flagships to watch ahead of its expected launch.
