Reportedly, the iQOO 15 uses the next-generation 2K LEAD OLED screen from Samsung, marking the first time the tech giant has shared its flagship-tier display technology with a third-party brand. The same panel is also confirmed for Samsung’s own Galaxy S26 Ultra in 2026.
The 2K LEAD OLED (codenamed M14) ditches the traditional polarizer layer, a move Samsung claims reduces power consumption by 44% while improving light transmittance for higher brightness and efficiency.
- Peak brightness ↑ 740%
- Power consumption ↓ 44%
- Efficiency ↑ 76%
- Lifetime ↑ 50%
According to lab tests, the panel achieves a massive 740% boost in peak brightness over its predecessor, alongside a 76% efficiency gain and 50% longer lifespan. The tech leverages new luminous materials and an anti-reflective coating, promising sharper visuals under direct sunlight and smoother adaptive refresh rates (1–144Hz) for gaming and media.
iQOO 15 Display Specs | |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 6.85 inches |
| Display Type | 2K Samsung M14 Display with LEAD OLED technology |
| Luminous Material | M14 (Globally debuted) |
| Efficiency | +40% efficiency (M14 material) |
| Peak Brightness | 2600 nits (Full screen) |
| Brightness Ratio | 98.1% peak brightness ratio |
| Color Gamut | 118% P3 |
| Pixel Density | (PPI) 508 PPI |
| Resolution | 2K (1440*3168) |
| Power Consumption | 40% lower than iPhone 16 Pro Max |
| Screen Lifespan | 50% longer (compared to iQOO 13) |
| Eye Protection | Eye Protection Eye Protection 2.0 (1nit eye protection, TÜV flicker-free, low blue light, gaming eye protection certifications) |
| Gaming Optimization | TÜV-certified low-latency touch, hardware-level protection |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 3200Hz instant touch sampling |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz high frame rate |
The iQOO 15, expected to launch in China in October 2025, packages the display with specs tailored for power users. It’ll run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with a dedicated gaming chip, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage. A 7,000mAh battery fuels the device, supporting 100W wired charging and wireless top-ups, though exact charging times remain unconfirmed.
iQOO’s flagship leans into versatility with a triple 50MP rear setup: a 1/1.56-inch main sensor, an ultrawide lens, and a periscope telephoto capable of 100x hybrid zoom. Other premium touches include an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, a customizable RGB notification strip along the frame, and IP68/69 dust/water resistance.
Samsung’s decision to license its top-tier display to iQOO—a brand known for aggressively priced flagships—suggests a strategic push to dominate the premium OLED market ahead of rivals like BOE and LG. It also gives iQOO a critical edge in the gaming-centric smartphone arena, where displays and battery life are key selling points.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s use of the same panel in 2026 hints at Samsung’s confidence in the technology’s longevity, though details on its implementation (such as brightness tweaks or AI integration) remain under wraps.
The iQOO 15 is rumored to start at around CNY 3,999 to CNY 5,999, positioning it as a direct competitor to Xiaomi’s 2025 flagship lineup and other brands. Meanwhile, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra will likely carry its usual premium markup when it arrives the following year.
Other Technical Specs | |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Dedicated chip | Chip Self-developed Q3 gaming display chip (independent GPU-like chip) |
| Graphics Capabilities | Industry-first “super-resolution + high frame + ray tracing” on mobile |
| Performance Gains | +60% performance, +40% efficiency, +50% memory, +400% AI capability |
| Rendering Engine | QNSS rendering engine with full-scene light tracking for large open-world games |
| Display Support | Supports 2K + 144FPS ultra-high frame rate gaming |
| Frame Rates | 60.2 average FPS, 57.8 FPS at 1% low in heavy gaming |
| Stability Engine | Monster engine for sustained gaming stability |
| Gaming Ecosystem | 180+ games supported for super-resolution & high frame, 7 deep collaborations |
| Camera | Periscope telephoto camera |
| Haptics | New X-axis motor |
| Communication | Satellite communication |
| Battery | 7,000mAh with 100W fast charging + wireless chraging |
| IP rating | IP68/69 rating for water and dust resistant |
Source: Anvin on X, iQOO, Vivo shop
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