Highlights
- QOO Pad 5e, Watch GT 2, and TWS 5 launched in China.
- iQOO TWS 5 earbuds offer 60dB adaptive noise cancellation, 360° spatial audio, 42ms low latency, and up to 48-hour playback; priced at ¥399 ($56).
- iQOO Watch GT 2 features a 2.07″ AMOLED display, 100+ sports modes, eSIM support, DeepSeek AI, and up to 33-day battery life; starts at ¥499 ($70).
- iQOO Pad 5e tablet packs a 12.05″ 2.8K LCD, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, quad speakers, 10,000mAh battery, and starts at ¥1,999 ($275).
Caption – iQOO Unveils Pad 5e Tablet, Watch GT 2 Smartwatch, and TWS 5 Earbuds in China. (Image credit – iQOO)
iQOO has expanded its product lineup in China with the launch of the iQOO TWS 5 earbuds, iQOO Watch GT 2 smartwatch, and iQOO Pad 5e tablet. These new devices were unveiled alongside the new flagship iQOO 15 smartphone.
While we will discuss the iQOO 15 in a separate post, here’s everything you need to know about the newly launched devices.
iQOO TWS 5 Earbuds – Features and Pricing
Caption – iQOO TWS 5 Earbud. (Image credit – iQOO)
The new iQOO TWS 5 wireless earbuds come equipped with 11mm dynamic drivers powered by the BES2710Y sound platform and feature second-generation ceramic tungsten diaphragms for superior sound quality. They support LDAC, AAC, SBC, and LC3 codecs, covering a wide audio range of 16Hz to 48kHz.
Caption – iQOO TWS 5 Earbud features. (Image credit – iQOO)
The earbuds deliver adaptive noise cancellation up to 60dB and 5500Hz wideband noise reduction, along with AI call noise cancellation and a dual transparency mode. Designed for gamers, they offer 42ms ultra-low latency, ensuring lag-free audio during gameplay and streaming.
The TWS 5 supports 360-degree spatial audio powered by a professional sound field engine offering four spatial sound modes. Each earbud weighs just 4.8g and houses a 56mAh battery, providing up to 12 hours of playback with ANC off or 6 hours with ANC on. The charging case packs a 513mAh battery, extending total playback time to 48 hours (ANC off) or 24 hours (ANC on).
Caption – iQOO TWS 5 Earbud colours. (Image credit – iQOO)
With Bluetooth 5.4 LE connectivity and an IP54 dust and splash resistance rating, the iQOO TWS 5 combines durability and convenience. The case measures 60×23.8×46 mm, while each earbud measures 22.05×23.6×30.27 mm.
Available in Racing Yellow and Electric White, the earbuds are priced at 399 yuan (around $56) with sales starting October 25 in China.
iQOO Watch GT 2 – Key Features and Pricing
Caption – iQOO Watch GT 2. (Image credit – iQOO)
The iQOO Watch GT 2 sports an aluminium alloy body and a 2.07-inch 2.5D curved AMOLED display with a 432×514 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 2400 nits. It also supports Always-On Display and offers an 82.4% screen-to-body ratio.
The smartwatch includes a range of health and activity sensors such as heart rate, blood oxygen (SpO₂), acceleration, gyroscope, geomagnetic, Hall, and ambient light sensors. It supports over 100 sports modes and features all-day heart rate tracking, SpO₂ monitoring, sleep and stress tracking, menstrual cycle tracking, noise detection, and fitness courses.
Caption – iQOO Watch GT 2 key features. (Image credit – iQOO)
A notable addition is its e-sports heart rate monitoring and floating heart rate window, designed specifically for mobile gaming sessions. The watch runs on Blue OS 3.0 and integrates the DeepSeek AI assistant. It includes a speaker and microphone for voice calls and supports LTE (via eSIM), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, Beidou, and NFC payments.
Caption – iQOO Watch GT 2 variants. (Image credit – iQOO)
Battery life differs by variant. The Bluetooth model packs a 695mAh battery lasting up to 33 days, while the eSIM version uses a 595mAh battery that lasts up to 8 days. The smartwatch weighs 35.8g and measures 47.54×40.19×10.97 mm.
The iQOO Watch GT 2 is available in Blazing Black, Phantom Black, and Star White colours. Prices start at 499 yuan (around $70) for the Bluetooth version and 699 yuan (around $98) for the eSIM model.
iQOO Pad 5e – Key Features and Pricing
Caption – iQOO Pad 5e. (Image credit – iQOO)
The iQOO Pad 5e tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and features a 12.05-inch 2.8K LCD display with a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It uses DC dimming to reduce eye strain and enhance comfort.
The tablet offers multiple configurations, 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of UFS storage. It runs Android 15 with OriginOS 5 for tablets on top. Designed for productivity, it supports cross-device notebook communication and PC-level WPS tools.
Caption – iQOO Pad 5e key features. (Image credit – iQOO)
Thermal performance is maintained through a 32,200mm² 3D heat dissipation system. The tablet also includes an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera for video calls.
It measures 266.43×192×6.62 mm, weighs 584g, and includes quad speakers with USB-C audio, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity. A 10,000mAh battery powers the tablet supporting 44W fast charging.
Caption – iQOO Pad 5e colours. (Image credit – iQOO)
Pricing starts at 1,999 yuan for the 8GB + 128GB variant, followed by 2,299 yuan (8GB + 256GB), 2,599 yuan (12GB + 256GB), and 2,999 yuan (16GB + 512GB).
The iQOO Pad 5e is already available in China, though the company hasn’t confirmed a global release yet.
FAQs
Q1. What are the standout features of the iQOO TWS 5 earbuds?
Answer. The TWS 5 earbuds offer 60dB adaptive noise cancellation, 360° spatial audio, 42ms low latency, and up to 48 hours of playback with ANC off. They support LDAC, AAC, SBC, and LC3 codecs.
Q2. How much do the iQOO TWS 5 earbuds cost?
Answer. The earbuds are priced at ¥399 (approximately $56) and are available in Racing Yellow and Electric White, with sales starting October 25 in China.
Q3. What makes the iQOO Watch GT 2 suitable for gamers?
Answer. It includes e-sports heart rate monitoring and a floating heart rate window, designed to track stress and performance during mobile gaming sessions.
Q4. What are the display and battery specs of the iQOO Watch GT 2?
Answer. It features a 2.07″ AMOLED display with 2400 nits peak brightness. The Bluetooth variant offers up to 33 days of battery life, while the eSIM model lasts up to 8 days.
Q5. What are the key specs of the iQOO Pad 5e tablet?
Answer. The Pad 5e has a 12.05″ 2.8K LCD, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, up to 16GB RAM, quad speakers, and a 10,000mAh battery with 44W fast charging. It runs Android 15 with OriginOS 5.