iQOO has officially announced the iQOO Z11 Turbo today, and it instantly looks like a serious power-packed smartphone made for gamers and heavy users. With a super-smooth AMOLED display, a flagship-grade Snapdragon chipset, a massive battery, and a high-resolution camera system, the Z11 Turbo feels ready to compete in the upper mid-range segment.
The phone features a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, which should deliver a very fluid experience while scrolling, gaming, or watching content. A 144Hz panel is especially useful for fast-paced games because it improves responsiveness and smoothness compared to standard 60Hz or 120Hz displays. The 1.5K resolution also helps in keeping visuals sharp and detailed, making it great for streaming, social media, and everyday use.
| Feature | iQOO Z11 Turbo Specifications |
|---|---|
| Launch Status | Announced today, 15-01-2026 |
| Display | 6.59-inch AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1.5K, 2712×1220 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 |
| Gaming Features | AI Gaming Signal Engine 2.0, Thunder Z1 Gaming Signal Enhancement Chip |
| RAM Options | Up to 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage Options | Up to 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| Rear Camera (Main) | 200MP (1/1.56″ sensor, f/1.88 aperture) |
| Zoom | 4x lossless zoom |
| Ultra-wide Camera | 8MP |
| Portrait Mode | Full-focal-length portrait mode (50mm + 85mm lenses) |
| Front Camera | 32MP selfie camera |
| Selfie Feature | 0.8x wide-angle support |
| Battery | 7600mAh |
| Charging | 100W fast charging |
| OS | Android 16 |
| UI | OriginOS 6 |
| Build | Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy metal frame |
| Back Cover | Glass back (Midnight Black has fiberglass back cover) |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP68 / IP69 |
| Colors | Floating Light, Halo Pink, Sky White, Midnight Black |
| Price (China) | 12GB+256GB: CNY 2399 / 16GB+256GB: CNY 2699 / 12GB+512GB: CNY 2899 / 16GB+512GB: CNY 3199 / 16GB+1TB: CNY 3699 |
For performance, the iQOO Z11 Turbo is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor. This chipset is designed to handle demanding workloads like competitive gaming, multitasking, video editing, and high-end graphics processing. Along with the main processor, iQOO adds AI Gaming Signal Engine 2.0 and a Thunder Z1 Gaming Signal Enhancement Chip. These features are meant to boost gaming stability and improve signal/network performance, which can be very helpful for online gaming sessions where smooth connectivity matters as much as raw power.
In memory and storage, the device goes up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. LPDDR5X RAM ensures faster app switching and better multitasking, while UFS 4.1 storage helps with quicker app loading, faster file transfers, and an overall snappy feel. With such high-end options available, this phone is clearly designed for users who keep a lot of games, photos, and large apps on their device.
Battery life is another major highlight because the iQOO Z11 Turbo packs a huge 7600mAh battery. This capacity is significantly larger than what most phones offer today, so users can expect extended usage without worrying about charging too often. Even with heavy gaming or video streaming, it should comfortably last a full day and potentially more. When it’s time to charge, the phone supports 100W fast charging, meaning you can quickly top it up and get back to your routine without long waiting times.
On the camera side, the device includes a 200MP main camera using a 1/1.56-inch sensor and an f/1.88 aperture, along with 4x lossless zoom support. This setup should help produce sharp images with good detail, while the zoom feature aims to maintain clarity even when zooming in. It also comes with an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a full-focal-length portrait mode offering 50mm and 85mm portrait lenses for more natural-looking portraits. For selfies, the 32MP front camera includes 0.8x wide-angle support, making it easier to fit more people into the frame.
The iQOO Z11 Turbo runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6 and comes in four colors: Floating Light, Halo Pink, Sky White, and Midnight Black. It uses a high-strength aerospace-grade aluminum alloy metal frame with a premium back finish, while the Midnight Black variant includes a fiberglass back cover with a refined, rounded-corner design. Durability is boosted by IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, making it more reliable for everyday use.
Prices in China start at CNY 2399 (~$344 / ~₹31,091) for 12GB+256GB, CNY 2699 (~$387 / ~₹34,979) for 16GB+256GB, CNY 2899 (~$416 / ~₹37,571) for 12GB+512GB, CNY 3199 (~$459 / ~₹41,459) for 16GB+512GB, and CNY 3699 (~$530 / ~₹47,939) for the top 16GB+1TB variant.
