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iQOO 15 Ultra Teased: Active Cooling Powers Hardcore Gaming
Techgenyz
January 20, 2026•2 days ago

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The iQOO 15 Ultra is being teased with an active cooling fan for enhanced gaming performance. It will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a 6.85-inch OLED display, and a 7,000mAh battery. Targeting hardcore gamers, the device is expected to launch in China in early 2026, positioning itself as a performance-oriented flagship.
Highlights
iQOO 15 Ultra teased with built-in active cooling fan for sustained hardcore gaming performance
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 paired with an advanced cooling system and gaming-centric hardware features
7,000mAh battery, 6.85-inch OLED display, and an early 2026 China launch, positioning it as a performance-oriented flagship
The iQOO 15 series is really gaining traction with the increasing number of teasers and leaks regarding the iQOO 15 Ultra, a more powerful, gaming-centric version of the previously declared iQOO 15 flagship. While the iQOO 15 has been formally launched and is gradually being released worldwide, the Ultra version is poised to be a solely performance-oriented flagship that is targeting enthusiasts who are after the most premium hardware, a sophisticated cooling system, and captivating gaming features. The iQOO 15’s Foundation as a Quick Recap
The iQOO 15 was a strong mixture between flagship and regional limitations for the Chinese market of the iQOO 15 Ultra variant. Initially, the product was released in China and later on in India, and it has the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a big 6.85-inch 2K AMOLED screen with 144Hz refresh rate, and a 7,000mAh battery with fast charging support, making it a performance-centered flagship with a long-life battery and quite a good overall capability.
iQOO put great emphasis on the cooling system and gaming-friendly features for the base variant, which included advanced vapor-chamber thermal management and dedicated gaming optimizations. These features will most probably be transferred and even more developed in the Ultra version. This is A Teaser of the Early-2026 Launch Timeline
The recent teaser from iQOO and the industry insiders’ tips have given a strong suggestion that the iQOO 15 Ultra will soon be launched,d possibly late January or early February 2026. Several sources of leaks have given an indication of the availability in China around the Spring Festival, while the release details for the Indian market have not yet been confirmed, but are expected to lag behind the China debut.
An official teaser image displays a unique circular camera module and very light orange accents on the device, which are responsible for giving the Ultra a more aggressive, tech-centered look in comparison to the regular model. These choices in styling imply that its placement will be at the top of the performance pyramid. Built-in Active Cooling Fan for Hardcore Gaming
An active cooling fan system confirmation for the iQOO 15 Ultra, perhaps, is the greatest new detail to come out of the iQOO 15 Ultra leak, a cooling fan considered to be quite a rarity in the case of mainstream smartphones. iQOO has been very open about this hardware with a tease, and reports claim that pre-orders have even started in some areas with the teased ” fan-centric ” branding targeted at hardcore gamers.
The cooling of the smartphone is not for aesthetics only, but part of overall thermal management to keep performance high during long gaming sessions. iQOO is confident that this active airflow, combined with high-temperature-dissipation materials used inside the chassis, will make it difficult for overheating to occur, which is a situation often faced when mobile SoCs are made to work at their maximum limit for long hours.
Furthermore, leaked certification and tipster information indicate that the Ultra model may provide gaming controls (for instance, shoulder buttons) in addition to cooling and could even go as far as offering the integration of customized gaming software for improvements. The gaming features, which are specific to a certain group, are a good indication of thecompany’ss intention to lure the top-notch mobile gamers who are looking for both raw performance and hardware support.
Expected Specifications and Features
What is expected in terms of specifications, features, and capabilities has not been confirmed completely by the manufacturers, but various leaks and teasers point to the same features for the iQOO 15 Ultra:
•The new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor initially exclusively powered the standard iQOO 15 but is now ready to deliver equally strong performance as a flagship-level device.
• An enormous 6.85-inch OLED panel, which might incorporate LTPO technology for varying refresh rates that will lead to an even more upscale and pleasant viewing experience.
•A remarkable 7,000mAh battery providing power for heavy gaming and long hours of use with no need for frequent charging.
•An advanced cooling system with a fan running all the time – this is indeed a hardware superior characteristic of the Ultra.
Features like possible gaming-optimized software modes and extra physical controls designed to enhance gameplay might be included in the product.
Meanwhile, camera information continues to come through, but past leaks have suggested a triple-camera setup with one main high-megapixel sensor and one with zoom capabilities, though these still remain unconfirmed until official specs are released.
Positioning and Market Expectations
The iQOO 15 Ultra is expected to be at the top of the flagship category. It is a smartphone that will share the same characteristics of its sibling, not only with tremendous performance but also with unique gaming hardware and thermal innovation that is found to a lesser extent among its co competitors. If active cooling technology is implemented well, it can establish a new standard for the performance and durability of Android devices under high workloads, such as gaming or multitasking.
Though there is still ambiguity regarding the pricing and availability outside China, the first rumors and speculations of the iQOO Ultra price pointed out that it might get a premium tier above the basic 15, a clear reflection of its exceptional hardware and niche high demand.
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