Vivo’s performance-focused sub-brand iQOO has officially confirmed that **iQOO 15R** will launch in India on **February 24, 2026**. The announcement was made by iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya through an X post on January 27, 2026, which teased the previous design of the phone with a white/checkered finish and a square camera module. This device will be available on Amazon, which will be offered as a sub-flagship alternative to iQOO 15.
The iQOO 15R (model Vivo I2508) looks similar to China’s iQOO Z11 Turbo (launching in January 2026), which suggests that it could be a rebranded variant for India. It has appeared on Geekbench, Bluetooth SIG and SIRIM, confirming its core hardware.
Expected specifications
– **Display**: 6.59-inch 1.5K (likely LTPS OLED/AMOLED) panel with a 144Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming and scrolling.
– **Processor**: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (flagship 3nm chipset), which will deliver high performance (AnTuTu score in the teaser is reportedly over 3.5 million).
– **Battery and Charging**: Large 7,600mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W wired fast charging support.
– **Camera**: Dual rear setup: 200MP primary sensor + 8MP ultrawide; 32MP front camera for selfie.
– **RAM and Storage**: Up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 storage.
– **Software**: OriginOS (or Funtouch OS in India) based on Android 16.
– **Other Features**: IP68 + IP69 dust/water resistance, ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, advanced cooling for gaming, and premium build. **Estimated Price in India**
The iQOO 15R is expected to launch for less than **Rs 55,000** (according to some reports the price could be around Rs 45,999-50,000), making it a competitive mid-premium option against rivals like the OnePlus 15R. It gives gamers and power users flagship-grade specifications at an affordable price.
With a strong teaser emphasizing on “power” and performance, the iQOO 15R promises to deliver a flagship-level experience in a compact, value-for-money package. Official details about variants, colors and price are likely to be revealed closer to the launch.
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