iQOO plans to unveil its latest flagship, the iQOO 15T, in China later this month, joined by the iQOO Pad 6 Pro tablet and iQOO TWS 5i earbuds. In advance of the launch, recent leaks have exposed the processor and major hardware details. Reports indicate the device will employ MediaTek's new Dimensity 9500 SoC, while a China Telecom database reveals specs for its screen, imaging setup, battery, and storage choices. Another source emphasizes its emphasis on superior gaming capabilities.

iQOO 15T Gaming Benchmarks Show Impressive Stability

Digital Chat Station, a noted tipster on Weibo (translated from Chinese), states the iQOO 15T will introduce a special "Monster" version of the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. It also incorporates iQOO's in-house Q3 gaming chip, designed to elevate graphical output and maintain steady frames in high-demand titles.

The tipster released initial gaming benchmarks, revealing the iQOO 15T sustaining Genshin Impact at 60fps with maximum graphics for 30 minutes in a 26 degrees Celsius environment. Results include an average frame rate of 60.2fps, a 1 percent low of 57.8fps, a minimum of 58fps, and average power usage of 4.99W.

iQOO 15T, Pad 6 Pro, TWS 5i Previewed with Pre-Orders Underway

In related news, the iQOO 15T has surfaced in China Telecom's product listings, confirming the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 under model MT6993. The phone sports an 8,000mAh battery paired with 100W wired charging, though wireless charging appears absent.

The device is poised for a 6.82-inch OLED screen, with prior intel pointing to 2K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. Listed measurements are 163.37 x 76.71 x 8.25mm, with a 216g weight.

For photography, it features a rear dual-camera array with a 200-megapixel main sensor and 50-megapixel auxiliary unit. A 16-megapixel front camera handles selfies and calls. Listing images depict a flat display and square camera module in the top-left rear position.

iQOO 15T Specs Leak: 200MP Shooter Paired with Latest MediaTek SoC

According to the listing, the iQOO 15T runs Android 16 topped with OriginOS 6. Available configs include 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 256GB, and 16GB + 512GB RAM/storage combos. Colorways may encompass Qingyun, Track Edition, and Legendary Edition (translated from Chinese).

The China Telecom entry hints at a May 20 China launch for the iQOO 15T, coinciding with introductions for the iQOO Pad 6 Pro and iQOO TWS 5i.