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| Basic Information | |
| Release Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Status | Available |
| Hardware & Software | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 829 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 |
| CPU Cores | 8 Cores |
| OS Version | v16 |
| Fabrication | 3 nm |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| User Interface | OriginOS 6 |
| Operating System | Android |
| Display | |
| Notch | Punch-hole |
| Features | 1B colors, 4320Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming, Eye protection certification |
| Brightness | 5000 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2750 pixels (FHD+ / 1.5K) |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ |
| Screen Size | 6.59 inches (16.74 cm) |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Touch Screen | Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Pixel Density | 459 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes, with punch-hole display |
| Screen to Body Ratio | 90.5% |
| Cameras | |
| OIS | Yes (Optical Image Stabilization) |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom up to 20x |
| Flash | LED Flash |
| Sensor | 50 MP (wide, 1/1.56") + 8 MP (ultrawide, 1/4.0") |
| Aperture | f/1.8 (wide, OIS) + f/2.2 (ultrawide) |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets |
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus (PDAF) |
| Video FPS | 30 fps, 60 fps, 120 fps, 240 fps |
| Resolution | 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Camera Setup | Dual |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), Super Night Mode, Portrait, Pro Mode, Panorama, Slow Motion, SuperMoon |
| Camera Features | Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus, Night Mode, Portrait Bokeh, Color spectrum sensor |
| Video Recording | 3840x2160 (4K) at 30/60fps, 1920x1080 (1080p) at 30/60/120/240fps |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels |
| Selfie Camera | |
| OIS | No |
| Sensor | CMOS sensor |
| Aperture | f/2.2 (wide) |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Video FPS | 30 fps, 60 fps |
| Resolution | 32 MP |
| Camera Setup | Single |
| Camera Features | HDR, Face detection, Portrait Bokeh, Face Beauty |
| Video Recording | 3840x2160 (4K), 1920x1080 at 30fps |
| Design | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum alloy frame, glass back |
| Width | 74.4 mm |
| Colors | Dark Knight, Triumph Silver |
| Height | 157.6 mm |
| Weight | 202 grams |
| IP Rating | IP68 / IP69 |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof, high-pressure steam and complete submersion water resistance, 3D vapor chamber liquid cooling |
| Waterproof | Water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), dust proof |
| Battery | |
| Capacity | 7600 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion (Silicon-Carbon Li-Ion) |
| Quick Charging | 100W wired FlashCharge |
| Reverse Charging | Yes (Reverse wired, Bypass charging) |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Memory | |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| USB OTG | Yes |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X Ultra |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.1 |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
| Network & Connectivity | |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass, BDS, Galileo, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | Mass storage device, USB charging, USB On-The-Go |
| EDGE | Available |
| GPRS | Available |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/be/ax) 5GHz & 6GHz, MIMO, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Infrared | Yes (IR Blaster) |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| SIM Slot | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM (Dual VoLTE) |
| Bluetooth | v6.0, A2DP, LE |
| SAR Value | Compliant with international limits |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes |
| Sensors & Security | |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Light Sensor | Light sensor |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Proximity sensor |
| Finger Sensor Type | Ultrasonic |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Ultrasonic Fingerprint |
| Finger Sensor Position | On-screen (Under display) |
| Multimedia | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, Dual Stereo Speakers |
| Audio Features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res Audio certification |
| More | |
| Made By | China |
| Features | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3nm), 7600mAh Monster Battery, 100W Fast Charging, IP68/IP69 Dual Certification, Ultrasonic Fingerprint, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, IR Blaster |
The Vivo iQOO 15R establishes a benchmark in competitive esports hardware and mobile battery engineering, bringing Qualcomm's next-generation silicon, ultra-high brightness display tech, and an unprecedented battery reservoir to sub-flagship gamers. Under the hood, the device is powered by the power-efficient 3nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 octa-core processor, featuring two Oryon V3 Phoenix L prime cores running up to 3.8 GHz and six Oryon V3 Phoenix M performance cores at 3.32 GHz, coupled with the Adreno 829 graphics processor. Paired with up to 12GB of high-speed LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and fast UFS 4.1 flash storage, the device easily drives high-framerate competitive gaming and heavy AI multitasking running on Android 16 with OriginOS 6. Sustained performance is preserved via an extensive 3D vapor chamber liquid cooling architecture that suppresses core throttling during long gaming sessions.
Visuals are showcased on a cutting-edge 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display (1260 x 2750 pixels) with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 459 ppi pixel density, and an expansive 90.5% screen-to-body ratio. The display delivers an ultra-smooth 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, multi-touch gaming responsiveness, and an extraordinary peak brightness of up to 5000 nits for unmatched visibility under direct sunlight. Protected by durable Corning Gorilla Glass, the panel supports 1 billion colors, HDR10+, DC dimming, and 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming to safeguard eyesight during prolonged nighttime sessions. Unlocking is handled by an advanced 3D Ultrasonic In-Display Fingerprint Sensor for instant single-tap unlocking even with wet hands.
In the camera department, the smartphone is equipped with an AI dual rear camera configuration headlined by a 50 MP primary sensor (f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.56" sensor size, PDAF, and hardware Optical Image Stabilization), paired with an 8 MP ultra-wide angle camera (f/2.2). The primary camera captures crisp low-light photos and supports 4K UHD video recording at up to 60fps with gyro-EIS electronic stabilization. On the front, an upgraded 32 MP selfie shooter manages 4K video recording for vlogging and streaming.
The defining technological achievement of the smartphone is its massive 7600 mAh silicon-carbon high-density battery, engineered to provide continuous multi-day stamina for power users while maintaining an ultra-sleek 7.9mm chassis thickness and weighing 202 grams. It is supported by 100W wired FlashCharge, bypass charging to keep the device cool during gaming marathons, and reverse wired charging to power secondary accessories. Built with military-grade ruggedness, the phone features dual IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance ratings, dual stereo loudspeakers with Hi-Res Audio certification, an infrared (IR) blaster, full-function NFC, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and Dual 5G SIM standby connectivity.
