iQOO is going to launch its next phone in the number series “iQOO 16” very soon. And before this launch, the first preview poster has been released and this time it seems that the brand has put a lot of emphasis on gaming and performance. According to a post by popular and trusted weibo eaker Digital Chat Station, the phone is not just an upgrade, but it brings several upgrades over the previous model.
There has been no official announcement of the phone yet, but looking at the written specifications, it is understood that the phone will be quite powerful. It is most likely to be launched in China around October 2026.
What Specifications Can We Expect?
The iQOO 16 will have a 6.85-inch 2K straight AMOLED display and with a refresh rate of 165Hz or 185Hz. The refresh rate is said to be increased compared to the previous model and Samsung’s advanced panel is used, the leak says. The design looks a little unique, especially the rear camera module has a slightly different style.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro (SM8975) chipset will be used to run this phone. This is Qualcomm’s next flagship chip, which is much ahead of the previous generation in terms of performance and efficiency. According to the leak, it will also have a self-developed gaming chip Q4, which will help with extra power and cooling during gaming.
The phone is expected to have a 50MP main sensor (LYT-818), 50MP ultrawide, 200MP periscope telephoto (Samsung HP5) and 32MP front camera. In short, the camera setup of the phone will be very powerful. Not only this, the periscope telephoto lens can create a different aura.
Now coming to the battery, according to some sources, it is said that it will have a battery with a capacity of 8000mAh or 9000mAh. The charging speed may also have 100W wired + 50W wireless support. Other features may include 3D ultrasonic fingerprint, active cooling fan, touch control shoulder keys and IP68+IP69 rating. Apart from this, OriginOS 7.0 will be seen out of the box.
Expected Price and Launch
The price in China is expected to start from ¥4,599 (approximately ₹54,000). However, its price may be seen a little higher in the Indian market. As said earlier, the launch of the phone will probably be around October 2026. No official news has come out yet but we will know more about it very soon.
