The iQOO 15 is set to launch in India on November 26 with confirmed pricing between ₹65,000-₹70,000, marking iQOO’s entry into the premium flagship segment. CEO Nipun Marya attributes the pricing to global component shortages, particularly memory chips.
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iQOO 15 Specifications & Features
| Specification | Details | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Display | Samsung 2K M14 OLED | 2600 nits HBM (industry-highest) |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Q3 gaming chip, 144Hz gaming |
| Camera | 50MP IMX921 triple setup | Periscope zoom, 85mm portrait |
| Software Support | 5 years OS + 7 years security | Extended update policy |
| Launch Date | November 26, 2025 | India exclusive pricing |
Why the Premium Pricing?
iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya explained that rising global component costs drove the pricing shift. Memory costs have surged dramatically, with Samsung hiking memory chip prices by up to 60% due to shortages caused by AI data center demand. This industry-wide challenge affects all brands—OnePlus 15 increased ₹3,000 while OPPO Find X9 jumped ₹5,000 over predecessors.
Despite higher pricing, iQOO aims to deliver exceptional value with flagship-grade hardware that justifies the investment.
Complete Flagship Experience
The iQOO 15 features a Samsung 2K M14 OLED display with 2600 nits HBM—the industry’s highest brightness. The panel eliminates traditional polarizers for reduced eye strain and offers ultra-low brightness below one nit for comfortable nighttime viewing.
Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 paired with iQOO’s proprietary Q3 gaming chip, the device enables 144Hz gaming with ray tracing support—an industry-first combination. An 8K single-layer VC cooling system, upgraded haptics, and a Game Livestreaming Assistant complete the performance package, allowing direct phone-to-PC streaming for esports players.
Camera & Software Upgrades
The camera system receives major enhancements with a 50MP IMX921 main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide, and 50MP periscope telephoto lens—addressing the previous generation’s missing zoom capability. The unique 85mm portrait focal length sits between standard 50mm and 100mm options for natural portrait framing, powered by NICE 2.0 imaging algorithms.
Software support matches Samsung and Google standards with 5 years of OS updates and 7 years of security patches, running OriginOS instead of Funtouch OS based on user feedback.
Competing directly with OnePlus 15, OPPO Find X9, and Realme GT 8 Pro, the iQOO 15 positions itself as a complete all-rounder rather than just a performance phone. Discover more flagship launches at TechnoSports.
FAQs
What is the iQOO 15 India launch price?
Priced between ₹65,000-₹70,000, launching November 26, 2025.
Why is iQOO 15 more expensive than predecessors?
Global memory chip prices surged up to 60% due to AI data center demand.
