The iQOO 15 began its international rollout a few days ago, starting with India, where it is receiving its first software update.
The update carries firmware version PD2505F_EX_A_16.0.18.4.W30 and requires a download of over 750MB. It comes with some system optimizations while also optimizing network and gaming performance.
Additionally, the update bumps up the Android security patch level on the iQOO 15 to November 1, 2025. You can read the full changelog of the update below for more details.
System
Updated to the November 2025 Google security patch to improve system security
Optimized system stability for a better user experience
Optimized the power saving strategy to improve battery life
Optimized the accuracy of language translation on some interfaces to enhance the user experience
Network
Optimized network adaptability and stability
Bluetooth
Optimized the compatibility between the phone and some Bluetooth devices
Game
Optimized game performance and fixed the issue where animations occasionally freeze
Accessibility
Optimized accessibility-related features to improve the basic user experience in Accessibility mode
Control Center
Optimized the smoothness when you swipe to bring up Control center to improve the user experience
Apps
Optimized third-party app compatibility to fix the occasional issue where some apps do not work properly
Home screen, lock screen, and wallpaper
Fixed the occasional issue where the lock screen wallpaper is not displayed properly in some scenarios
The iQOO 15 will go on open sale in India starting December 1 through iQOO’s official website, Amazon.in, vivo exclusive stores, and other offline retailers. The smartphone will be available in India in Legend and Alpha colors with two memory options – 12GB/256GB and 16GB/512GB, priced at INR72,999 ($820/€705) and INR79,999 ($895/€770), respectively.
iQOO 15’s price in India and launch offers
The iQOO 15 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC and runs OriginOS 6, making it the first smartphone in India to run OriginOS out of the box. It will get five Android OS upgrades and receive security updates for seven years.
Other key specs of the iQOO 15 include a 6.85″ 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display with Dolby Vision support, three 50MP cameras on the rear, a 32MP selfie camera on the front, and a 7,000 mAh Si/C battery under the hood with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging support. The smartphone is also IP68 and IP69-rated.
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You can read our iQOO 15 review to learn more about it.
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