It looks like iQOO is prepping a double release for the Asian market very soon. Two unreleased phones—the iQOO 15R and the Z11x 5G—have just popped up in government databases, which is usually the last step before a company announces a launch date.
Regulatory approval details
The clearest evidence comes from Malaysia’s SIRIM certification body. The listings show the iQOO 15R carrying the model number I2508, while the Z11x 5G is listed as I2507. Since these approvals are necessary for sales, it confirms that units are likely already being prepped for distribution.
This matches up with activity in India. The brand’s local chief, Nipun Marya, recently teased the 15R, confirming it will be sold via Amazon. His post showed a glimpse of a square camera module but kept the release date quiet.
What to expect under the hood
Tech insiders believe the iQOO 15R isn’t an entirely new device, but rather a rebranded version of the iQOO Z11 Turbo from China. If that turns out to be true, the specs will be serious.
We are looking at a phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and a 6.59-inch AMOLED screen. But the real headline feature is the battery. The Chinese model ships with a massive 7,600mAh cell and 100W charging. If that carries over to the global version, it will have one of the biggest batteries in its class. It is also expected to sport a 200-megapixel main camera.
Market Impact & Context
The big story here is the battery size. For a long time, 5,000mAh was the standard. iQOO pushing this to 7,600mAh in a performance phone changes the landscape. It forces competitors like OnePlus and Realme to rethink if “fast charging” is enough, or if users now demand multi-day battery life straight out of the box.
Conclusion
With the regulatory paperwork done and teasers already live, a full announcement is likely just around the corner. The main question left is how aggressively iQOO will price that huge battery for international buyers.
