Highlights
- iQOO 16 prototype leak reveals Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip, symmetrical dual speakers, advanced haptics and dedicated gaming graphics chip.
- It is expected to feature 8,500mAh battery, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP68/IP69 ratings, USB 3.2, AR film display layer and OV50Q primary camera.
- iQOO will reportedly skip iQOO 16 Ultra this year due to rising memory costs.
Fresh details about the upcoming iQOO 16 have surfaced online and revealed several flagship-level features. Tipster Digital Chat Station shared the latest information via a post on Weibo. According to the tipster, an engineering prototype of the smartphone is currently undergoing testing with premium hardware including a large battery, advanced haptics, and a dedicated gaming chip. Here’s what we know so far based on latest DCS post.
iQOO 16 – Key Specs Leaked
According to the latest leak, the engineering sample is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. The prototype is reportedly equipped with 1115-series symmetrical dual speakers, which are expected to deliver an enhanced audio experience.
In addition to the speaker setup, the device is said to feature a 0916-series X-axis linear motor for improved haptic feedback. The leak also points to the inclusion of a dedicated graphics chip to enhance gaming performance along with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication.
The tipster further claims that the smartphone will come with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Other expected features include USB 3.2 connectivity, an AR film layer on the display, and an OV50Q image sensor as the primary rear camera.
Notably, latest Weibo post does not mention the iQOO 16 by name but the hardware details and the ongoing discussion strongly indicate that the leaked device is the upcoming flagship. The information also aligns with earlier leaks that pointed to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset, a 2K flat display, and flagship-grade symmetrical dual speakers.
iQOO 16 Battery Details Tipped
The Weibo discussion also revealed more information about the upcoming smartphone. The tipster responded to a comment on iQOO 16’s squarish, quadrangular camera module but did not provide a clear confirmation. However, the tipster appeared to more or less confirm that the handset will pack a massive 8,500mAh battery.
A previous report from last month also suggested that the smartphone would feature the same battery capacity along with a flagship-grade speaker system. That leak further claimed the device would sport a 2K flat display using a new customised panel material and offer an ultra-high refresh rate aimed at improving gaming and multimedia performance.
Meanwhile, a separate leak suggested that iQOO may skip the iQOO 16 Ultra this generation due to rising memory cost making the standard iQOO 16 the primary model in the lineup.
