The iQOO Z11 is set to launch in India on August 20, 2026, and iQOO has already revealed several key details ahead of the official launch. The upcoming smartphone will feature a 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset, a 7,050mAh battery, and a dual rear camera setup led by a 50-megapixel Sony sensor.
The company has also confirmed the phone’s software support, durability ratings, colours and selfie camera. Here is everything confirmed about the iQOO Z11 ahead of its India launch.
iQOO Z11 India Launch Date
iQOO will launch the iQOO Z11 in India on August 20, 2026. The phone is expected to be positioned in the mid-range segment, with the company teasing a price below Rs. 40,000. The final price and availability details are expected to be announced at the launch event.
The iQOO Z11 will be accompanied by the new iQOO Buds, which are also scheduled to launch in India on the same date.
iQOO Z11 Specifications
| Specification | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.8-inch 3D curved AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1.5K |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz |
| Peak brightness | Up to 5,000 nits |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo |
| Rear camera | 50MP Sony IMX882 with OIS + 8MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 32MP |
| Battery | 7,050mAh |
| Operating system | Android 16-based OriginOS 6 |
| OS updates | 3 major Android upgrades |
| Security updates | 5 years |
| Durability | IP68 + IP69 |
| Colours | Celestial Blue, Aurora Green |
The specifications above are based on details revealed ahead of the India launch.
iQOO Z11 Display
The iQOO Z11 will feature a 6.8-inch 3D curved AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The display is also claimed to reach 5,000 nits peak brightness.
The high refresh rate should make scrolling, animations and supported games appear smoother. The large curved panel is also aimed at users who consume videos and other multimedia content on their phones.
iQOO is also expected to offer several eye-care features, including Eye Protection Mode, Sleep Comfort Mode and Anti-Fatigue Brightness Adjustment.
iQOO Z11 Processor and Performance
The smartphone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset. According to 91mobiles, the iQOO Z11 will be the first smartphone in India to launch with this processor.
The chipset is expected to make the phone suitable for everyday multitasking, gaming and other demanding tasks. However, detailed performance comparisons and gaming benchmarks should be judged after the phone is officially launched and tested.
This is important because benchmark numbers or claims about specific gaming frame rates should not be presented as confirmed until independent testing is available.
iQOO Z11 Camera
The iQOO Z11 will have a dual-camera setup on the rear.
50MP Sony IMX882 Main Camera
The primary camera will use a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 sensor and support Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS).
OIS can help reduce camera shake when taking photographs and recording videos, particularly in low-light conditions.
8MP Ultrawide Camera
The main camera will be accompanied by an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera with an f/2.2 aperture. This gives users a wider field of view for landscapes, group photographs and other scenes where fitting more into the frame is useful.
32MP Front Camera
For selfies and video calls, the iQOO Z11 will feature a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.
Unlike some camera-focused smartphones, the Z11 does not appear to offer a dedicated telephoto camera. Its camera setup instead focuses on a high-resolution main sensor and an ultrawide camera.
iQOO Z11 Battery
The iQOO Z11 will pack a 7,050mAh battery, making battery capacity one of the phone’s major features.
This is a particularly important correction from some earlier reports and listings that mentioned a 9,020mAh battery. Those figures should not be used for the India model in this launch article. iQOO’s India-focused information currently confirms the 7,050mAh battery.
The large battery should appeal to users who spend considerable time gaming, streaming videos or using mobile data throughout the day.
The exact charging specifications should be confirmed from iQOO’s official India launch information before publishing a specific charging wattage.
iQOO Z11 Software and Updates
The iQOO Z11 will run OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 out of the box.
iQOO has confirmed that the phone will receive:
- Three major Android upgrades
- Updates up to Android 19
- Five years of security updates
The phone will also include several AI-based features, including AI Captions, AI Creation, AI Routing, Conversation Memory and Circle to Search. iQOO is also offering unlimited AI credits for AI Captions and AI Creation to students.
This software-support policy gives the Z11 a longer expected update lifecycle than many smartphones in the same segment.
iQOO Z11 Durability and Design
The iQOO Z11 will have a 3D curved design and a horizontal camera bar on the rear.
It will be available in Celestial Blue and Aurora Green colour options.
For durability, the phone will carry IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. iQOO is also promoting the handset with a focus on durability.
Detailed information about the frame material, dimensions and weight should be confirmed from the official specifications once the phone launches.
iQOO Z11 Expected Price in India
iQOO has teased a price positioning below Rs. 40,000 in India, although the exact starting price has not yet been officially announced.
The final price will be revealed at the August 20 launch event. Until then, it is better to treat specific RAM, storage and price combinations as expected rather than confirmed.
iQOO Z11: What to Expect
The iQOO Z11 is shaping up as a performance-focused mid-range smartphone with a strong emphasis on its display, processor and battery.
Its confirmed highlights include the Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset, 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display, 7,050mAh battery, 50MP Sony IMX882 OIS camera and 32MP selfie camera. The addition of IP68/IP69 protection and three Android upgrades with five years of security updates also strengthens its overall package.
The biggest details still to watch are the official price, RAM and storage variants, charging specifications and full availability details. With the India launch scheduled for August 20, those details should be confirmed shortly.
