BEIJING, Jan 22, 2026, 18:59 CST
- iQOO’s product director revealed that an internal AnTuTu benchmark for the iQOO 15 Ultra surpassed 4.51 million points. 1
- A leaked internal schematic reveals an air inlet positioned beneath the camera, paired with a side exhaust, all centered around a 17x17x4mm fan. 2
- iQOO confirmed it will launch in China this February, teasing a gaming-focused design with two versions labeled “2077” and “2049.” 3
iQOO has revealed its inaugural “Ultra” model, the iQOO 15 Ultra. The phone boasts an internal benchmark score topping 4.51 million and features a built-in cooling fan designed for gamers. The launch is set for China in February. 1
Timing is crucial since high-end Android chips are increasingly focused on sustained performance, where heat quietly holds them back. With competitors releasing similar processors, manufacturers rely more on cooling solutions and game-specific tweaks to maintain steady frame rates, rather than just chasing peak benchmarks. 4
For iQOO, the “Ultra” label leans more toward gaming than camera prowess, highlighting upgrades in sound, visuals, and touch controls. The company emphasizes reducing “control latency”—the delay between a tap and onscreen reaction—something that’s critical for shooters and racing gamers. 1
iQOO Product Director Galant V revealed that the iQOO 15 Ultra scored 4.51 million on AnTuTu but insisted this isn’t its peak performance yet, as more optimizations are still in progress. 1
AnTuTu, the well-known benchmarking app that combines CPU, graphics, and other tests into one score, shows the iQOO 15 Ultra hitting 4,518,403 points. According to NDTV Profit, the breakdown includes 1,322,001 for the CPU, 1,594,848 for the GPU, 593,523 for memory, and 1,008,031 for UX, which gauges user-experience performance. 5
Cooling stands out as the key clue here. A schematic from tipster Digital Chat Station reveals an air intake located just under the rear camera module, paired with an exhaust vent along the side frame. This setup makes space for a 17x17x4mm fan right next to the main chipset, Gizmochina and Gadgets360 noted. Gadgets360 added that the same leak mentioned an 8K vapour chamber—a thin heat spreader designed to draw heat away from critical components. 2
The newest official images showcase a “sci‑fi” vibe. According to Gizmochina, iQOO plans two color variants named “2077 Flowing Orange” and “2049 Cold Blue,” featuring a hexagonal honeycomb pattern, a large square camera bump, and a horizontal light strip dubbed a “breathing light.” Gadgets360 noted the “2077” and “2049” versions come in black and silver shades with orange and blue highlights, confirming a triple rear-camera setup from iQOO. 1
Details on battery and charging remain uncertain, with iQOO yet to confirm final specs. According to Gadgets360, the phone is rumored to pack about a 7,000mAh battery and possibly support up to 200W wired fast charging. The company hasn’t pinned down a launch date either. For comparison, the regular iQOO 15 features a 7,000mAh battery and an “8K VC Cooling System” — notably fanless — as listed on its global product page.
The company confirmed the iQOO 15 Ultra will debut in China this February, possibly arriving before the Spring Festival starts on Feb. 17, Gadgets360 reported. 3
The battle for flagship dominance is fierce. According to 91mobiles, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powers top Android models from OnePlus, Xiaomi, and Oppo. Now, these brands are jockeying to stand out with better cooling systems, fine-tuned performance, and gaming-focused features. 4
That said, early benchmark results should be taken with a grain of salt. Scores can vary depending on software versions and testing setups. Plus, adding a built-in fan introduces moving parts, which could make dust and water resistance, durability, and noise control more challenging—issues that slab phones already struggle with. 6
In India, iQOO is expanding its range on the budget side. Digit reported that iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya dropped a hint about the iQOO 15R on X, calling it “Power that fits just right,” though full specs are still under wraps. The phone is tipped to launch around February, with a price tag near 45,000 rupees. Sales will reportedly happen through Amazon and the iQOO India store after the release. 7
