iQOO 15 Ultra Leak: Powerhouse Flagship with Cooling Fan & 7,000mAh Battery Coming in 2026
New iQOO 15 Ultra leak reveals 7,000mAh battery, cooling fan, wireless charging, and periscope camera. Launch set for early 2026 alongside compact flagship.
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iQOO fans are in for a big year ahead. But not everything is arriving at once. According to the report, the brand is all set to launch its next-gen flagship iQOO 15 later this year. And the real heavyweight, the iQOO 15 Ultra is reportedly scheduled for early 2026.
But that’s not the only surprise in the pipeline.
There are reports circulating on social media that the iQOO is not just preparing the Ultra, but also working on a compact flagship with a flat display, which will launch alongside it.
While the final name of this compact model hasn’t been revealed, it’s expected to shake up the segment, much like the Vivo S30 Pro Mini did recently with its flagship feel in a smaller form.
iQOO 15 vs iQOO 15 Ultra: Launch Timing, Specs, and What’s Different?
Both phones are expected to share the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (Elite 2) chipset under the hood, so performance might be neck-and-neck.
But Ultra seems to be clearly gearing up to offer features that are tailored for power users and mobile gamers.
For those tracking flagship leaks, this feels very similar to what we saw with the OnePlus 13s where the brand shook up expectations by holding back a few big upgrades for later in the year.
Here’s a quick look at what we know so far:
| Feature | iQOO 15 (Expected) | iQOO 15 Ultra (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
Launch Timeline |
October 2025 (China) |
H1 2026 |
Processor |
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (SM8850) |
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (SM8850) |
Display |
6.85″ 2K OLED LTPO (Flat) |
6.85″ 2K OLED LTPO (Flat) |
Camera Setup |
50MP + 50MP + 50MP |
50MP + 50MP + 50MP Periscope |
Battery |
Not confirmed |
7,000mAh + 100W charging (Expected) |
Special Features |
Not yet Known |
Active cooling, shoulder triggers, wireless charging |
Design |
Flat display, likely slim |
Flat display, cooling-centric design |
Three’s Company: A Compact Flagship Joins The Lineup
This is the first time iQOO is planning to launch three models in its numbered flagship series and that’s a big deal.
The success of the iQOO 13 series seems to have given the brand confidence to push harder with the iQOO 15 lineup.
Besides the standard and Ultra models, the leak points to a third, more compact model. This could appeal to users who want flagship-level power in a more manageable form factor.
It’s still unclear whether this model will use the same Snapdragon Elite 2 chipset, but it’s expected to be priced more aggressively.
It feels like iQOO is taking a cue from how Vivo T4 Ultra balanced battery, camera, and value giving buyers premium features without breaking the budget.
Ultra is Going All-In On Cooling, Battery, and Gaming
If the leaks are accurate, iQOO 15 Ultra is designed for users who want more than just speed. It may come with a built-in cooling fan, gaming shoulder triggers, and even wireless charging all of which are rare to see bundled together.
Add to that a massive 7,000mAh battery and 100W fast charging, and you’re looking at a phone that’s built to last longer and stay cooler. This is a trend we’re also seeing with the Xiaomi 16, which is rumored to pack similar specs and the same chipset.
In fact, there’s a clear shift happening in 2025–2026 where major brands are focusing on performance-first phones with bigger batteries just like what’s been teased in the Poco F7 with its whopping 7,550mAh unit.
The camera setup isn’t just for namesake either; a triple 50MP configuration with a periscope zoom lens is expected, making this phone a powerhouse in photography as well.
What Next for the Ultra?
Whether you should wait or not depends on your choice. If you’re due for an upgrade in 2025 and want flagship specs with performance-first design, the iQOO 15 will likely be more than enough for most users.
But if you’re a power user, mobile gamer, or camera enthusiast, waiting for the iQOO 15 Ultra in early 2026 might be a smarter move.
And if the compact flagship launches with the same performance chops in a smaller body, iQOO might just end up owning the Android flagship space across three different user groups.
So yes. It’s early days, but 2025 and 2026 are shaping up to be very exciting for iQOO fans.
Disclaimer: This article is independently written and published by gadgetsy.in staff after thorough research and analysis from publicly available resources and tipsters. Pricing may vary from region to region and availability.
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