Overview
- The iQOO 16 launched in China on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with sales expected to begin in China in October and India/global rollouts targeted for November–December 2026.
- iQOO confirmed flagship hardware including Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme alongside iQOO’s Q4 co‑processor, and a 6.85‑inch Samsung M16 2K OLED panel rated up to 165Hz for high refresh and low power draw.
- The phone sports a triple 50MP rear camera system led by a 1/1.3‑inch main sensor plus a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope for 3x optical and up to 100x digital zoom, and a 32MP front camera.
- Battery and charging are focal points: the device packs an 8,400mAh silicon‑anode battery with confirmed 100W wired fast charge and reported wireless charging speeds that vary across reports (40W versus 50W).
- China pricing starts at CNY 5,999 for the 12GB/256GB model, the handset carries IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, and its specs and large battery mark a deliberate move by iQOO to compete with mainstream flagship makers on imaging and endurance rather than only on gaming.