Highlights
- iQOO 15 has cleared SIRIM (Malaysia) and EEC (Europe) certifications, confirming its model number I2501.
- The device will feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite, a 6.85″ QHD 144Hz Samsung display, wireless charging, IP68/IP69 ratings, and Android 16-based OriginOS 6.
- iQOO India has officially teased the launch and is expected in November 2025.
Caption – iQOO 15 render. (Image credit – iQOO).
iQOO 15 first look was out just a few days ago and now we are getting official updates and teasers about its arrival in India. The upcoming iQOO numbered series India launch has just been confirmed and the smartphone has now been spotted on two major certification databases. Here’s what we know so far.
iQOO 15 Certifications and Model Number
Caption – iQOO 15 certifications. (Screenshots by TheTechOutlook)
iQOO 15 has appeared on SIRIM in Malaysia and the EEC in Europe. The listing confirms that the device has cleared essential pre-launch regulatory approvals, indicating that its official announcement is imminent.
According to the listings, the iQOO 15 carries the model number I2501. This aligns with earlier confirmations from the brand regarding some of its key specifications.
Globally, the device has already appeared across multiple platforms including Geekbench and Nemko, further validating its readiness for launch.
iQOO 15 – Expected Features
The company recently revealed that the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and will feature wireless charging, USB 3.2 support, and IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings.
The upcoming iQOO flagship will sport a 6.85-inch QHD Samsung display offering a 144Hz refresh rate and an impressive 2,600-nit peak brightness. It will also feature an upgraded ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor for improved speed and accuracy.
iQOO has already teased several high-end features for the Chinese variant of the iQOO 15 including Android 16-based OriginOS 6, a 2K Samsung Everest panel with 8T LTPO technology, 3,200Hz instant touch sampling rate, and a 7-cell Blue Ocean battery. The phone will also support Global Direct Power 2.0, wireless charging, and come with a colour-changing back design, along with IP68 + IP69 certification for superior water resistance.
India Launch and Availability
Caption – iQOO 15 India launch teaser. (Image credit – @IqooInd on X)
While iQOO India has officially confirmed that the iQOO 15 is coming soon in an X post, the brand hasn’t shared the exact launch date yet.
🚥Racing Soon#ComingSoon pic.twitter.com/nkCn355SE7
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) October 3, 2025
However, tipster @heyitsyogesh suggested in a recent post that the smartphone is expected to launch in India in November 2025.
See you next month..
— Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) October 3, 2025
Reports from China suggest that the iQOO 15 could debut in the company’s home market on October 15, followed by its rollout in other regions, including India. If this timeline holds true, official launch invites are likely to go out very soon.
FAQs
Q1. Has the iQOO 15 been officially certified for launch?
Answer. Yes, the iQOO 15 has cleared certifications from SIRIM (Malaysia) and EEC (Europe), confirming its model number I2501 and signalling an imminent global debut.
Q2. What are the key features expected in the iQOO 15?
Answer. The device will feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite chip, 6.85″ QHD 144Hz Samsung display, wireless charging, USB 3.2, IP68/IP69 ratings, and Android 16-based OriginOS 6.
Q3. When is the iQOO 15 expected to launch in India?
Answer. iQOO India has confirmed the launch is coming soon, with tipster reports suggesting a November 2025 release following a China debut on October 15.