I’ve seen some wild tech over the years, but iQOO just did something I didn’t think we’d see in a mainstream flagship so soon. They’ve officially launched the iQOO 15 Ultra, and it is a beast. For the first time, they’ve dropped the “Pro” tag for the “Ultra” moniker, and it definitely earns it.
If you’re someone who spends hours on BGMI or Genshin Impact, you’re going to want to pay attention. This isn’t just a phone; it’s basically a handheld gaming PC disguised as a flagship.
A Built-in Cooling Fan? Yes, Really.
We’ve seen external cooling accessories before, but iQOO decided to build the fan inside the phone.
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The “Ice Dome” System: It features a massive 17x17mm active cooling fan.
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Why it matters: Most phones start lagging (throttling) once they get hot. This fan keeps the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 running at peak speeds without breaking a sweat. In fact, it can keep the phone at a steady 41.5°C even while livestreaming 144fps gameplay.
Display: Brightness That Might Blind You
The screen is a 6.85-inch Samsung M14 LTPO OLED panel, which is top-of-the-line.
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Peak Brightness: It hits an insane 8,000 nits (peak) and 2,600 nits in full-screen mode.
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Gaming Perks: You get a 144Hz refresh rate and a 480Hz multi-finger touch sampling rate. This means the gap between your tap and the action on screen is virtually zero.
Battery & Charging: No More Battery Anxiety
iQOO is pushing the limits of energy density here. Even though the phone is a sleek 8.7mm thick, it packs a gargantuan 7,400mAh battery.
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Wired: 100W FlashCharge.
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Wireless: 40W Wireless charging.
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The “L” Cable: They even include an L-shaped charging cable in the box so you can keep gaming comfortably while plugged in.
iQOO 15 Ultra: Quick Specification
| Feature | Specification |
| Performance | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 + Dedicated Q3 Gaming Chip |
| Cooling | Active “Ice Dome” Fan (17x17mm) for zero throttling |
| Memory | Up to 24GB LPDDR5X RAM |
| Storage | Up to 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| Display | 6.85″ Samsung M14 LTPO OLED (144Hz, 8000 nits peak) |
| Main Camera | 50MP IMX921 (OIS) |
| Zoom | 50MP 3x Periscope Telephoto (OIS) |
| Ultrawide | 50MP (107° Field of View) |
| Battery | 7,400mAh Monster Battery |
| Charging | 100W Wired / 40W Wireless / 55W PPS |
| Durability | IP68/IP69 Dust & Water Resistant (Even with the fan!) |
| Gaming Features | 600Hz Dual Shoulder Triggers & RGB LED Strip |
Pricing & India Expectations
While the phone just launched in China, the direct conversion gives us a good idea of what to expect if it lands in India:
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16GB/256GB: Approx. ₹74,250
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24GB/1TB: Approx. ₹1,00,300
I noticed that while the camera hardware is essentially the same as the regular iQOO 15, the Ultra is all about that sustained performance. It’s a bold move to include a physical fan in a water-resistant phone, and I’m curious to see how that holds up after months of use.
What’s your take? Would you carry a phone with a physical fan if it meant zero lag, or is that overkill for you? Keep an eye out—if this launches in India, it might just be the most powerful device of 2026.
