The iQOO 15 Apex Edition
was launched in India on April 1, 2026, priced from ₹72,999. It’s a special
colour variant of the iQOO 15 flagship, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
chipset, featuring a 6.85‑inch 144 Hz AMOLED display, and a massive 7,000 mAh
battery.
Launch Overview
- Launch Date:
April 1, 2026
- Price (India):
Starts at ₹72,999
- Positioning:
Flagship special edition with new Apex colour (glow‑in‑the‑dark lava
design)
Specifications
- Processor:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- Display:
6.85‑inch 2K LTPO AMOLED, 144 Hz refresh rate
- Battery:
7,000 mAh with fast charging support
- Rear Camera:
Triple setup (50 MP primary + ultra‑wide + telephoto)
- Front Camera:
32 MP selfie shooter
- OS: Android 15
with iQOO’s custom UI
- Storage/RAM Options:
12 GB + 256 GB, 16 GB + 512 GB
Key Features
- Glow‑in‑the‑dark Apex design
with lava‑like luminous texture
- 144 Hz AMOLED panel
for ultra‑smooth visuals
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
ensures top‑tier performance
- 7,000 mAh battery
for extended usage
- Enhanced cooling system
for gaming stability
Colours & Variants
- Colours:
Alpha Black, Legend White, and new Apex Lava Glow
- Variants:
- 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage
- 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage
Software Updates
- Ships with Android 15
- iQOO promises 3 major OS upgrades
and 4 years of security updates
Highlights
- Apex Edition is primarily a design
refresh with luminous back panel.
- Same core hardware as iQOO 15, but
stands out visually.
- Positioned as a premium flagship
rival to OnePlus 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S25+, and Vivo X100 Ultra.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Stunning Apex glow design
- Massive 7,000 mAh battery
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
performance
- Smooth 144 Hz AMOLED display
- Strong camera setup
Cons:
- Expensive compared to rivals
- Heavy due to large battery
- Mostly cosmetic upgrade over iQOO 15
- Limited OS update cycle compared to
Samsung/Google
Rivals
- OnePlus 13 Pro
– sleeker design, OxygenOS ecosystem
- Samsung Galaxy S25+
– longer software support, better cameras
- Vivo X100 Ultra
– strong imaging system, premium build
The iQOO 15 Apex
Edition is ideal for users who want flagship performance with a unique
design twist. While it doesn’t add new hardware beyond the original iQOO
15, its lava glow aesthetic and massive battery make it stand out in the
crowded premium segment.