After several leaks and teasers, the iQOO 16 is now confirmed to launch in China this month. This is iQOO’s flagship smartphone, and it will be powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation flagship mobile SoC. The iQOO Pad Ultra is also confirmed to join the lineup, and it will be offered as a flagship product. Here’s what to expect from iQOO’s upcoming devices.
iQOO 16 launch timeline
iQOO has confirmed on Weibo that the iQOO 16 is set to launch in China in September. The launch date hasn’t been revealed yet, but we should get to know it very soon. The iQOO Pad Ultra will be launched alongside the smartphone.
Alongside the launch announcement, iQOO has also teased a new in-house gaming chip and a next-generation Monster Super Engine for the iQOO 16. This could be the Q4 gaming chip, which would be an upgrade over the iQOO 15’s Q3 chip. The combination is claimed to deliver console-like ray tracing effects in games, suggesting that the iQOO 16 will continue the brand’s focus on gaming performance that has been a key feature of its flagship smartphones. The iQOO 16 will most likely compete with the OnePlus 16, another gaming-focused flagship in the making.
iQOO 16 specifications (expected)
Rumours suggest the iQOO 16 will feature a 6.85-inch Samsung M16 OLED panel with 2K+ resolution and a 144Hz/165Hz refresh rate. iQOO could also use Samsung’s next-generation LEAD display technology. This means a large display with a high refresh rate and resolution, making it apt not just for gaming but for watching content too.
The iQOO 16 is expected to feature a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens. The handset could also feature a redesigned camera module, which gives off a futuristic look. Powering the iQOO 16 will most likely be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. The handset is also tipped to house a massive 8,500mAh battery with 100W wired charging support.
Like its predecessors, the iQOO 16 is set to offer gaming and raw performance as its highlights. It’s designed for gamers and power users, while still not compromising in other areas like cameras. If a powerful flagship is on your mind, the iQOO 16 could be worth waiting for.
