iQOO 15R: 2026 Flagship Killer for $7.3M?

Summary

The iQOO 15R, released in 2026, defies expectations with its premium build and flagship-level performance at a surprisingly accessible price point of $7.3 million. It features a metal frame and matte glass back, a comfortable 6.59-inch display, and a unique checkered design. The 144Hz AMOLED screen boasts 1.5K resolution and impressive brightness control, dimming to as low as 1 nit. A standout feature is its record-breaking 7600 mAh battery, offering exceptional longevity. For instance, 35 minutes of GPS usage with cellular connection only drained 5%, and an hour of YouTube over Wi-Fi consumed just 2%. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, achieving an AnTuTu score of around 3.1-3.2 million, capable of maxing out games like MLBB at 144 fps and Genshin Impact at a stable 60 fps on the highest settings. Storage utilizes UFS 4.1 and LPDDR5X RAM, complemented by a 6.5K mm² vapor chamber cooling system. The 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant is priced at $7.3 million, with a 12GB/256GB option at $8 million and a 12GB/512GB model nearing $9 million. While its gaming performance and battery life are top-tier, its dual camera system, featuring a 50MP main sensor and an 8MP ultrawide, is considered merely adequate, with over-sharpening in photos and a less dynamic range compared to competitors like the Realme 16 Pro Plus or upcoming Samsung A57.