iQOO has officially launched the iQOO Z11 series, led by a standard model that pushes battery and display specs far beyond what you usually see in this price class. The lineup starts at 1,499 yuan during its first sale period, with the main Z11 model combining a huge 9,020mAh battery, a high-refresh gaming-focused screen, and MediaTek processors aimed at upper midrange performance.
The regular iQOO Z11 starts at 1,999 yuan for the 8GB + 256GB version during the launch window, while higher trims run through 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 512GB. iQOO says the phone brings two firsts for the brand: its largest battery yet at 9020mAh battery capacity, and its first eye-care gaming panel that reaches up to 165Hz display refresh rates.
On the hardware side, the phone uses a 6.83-inch flat display with slim bezels, up to 2,000 nits of global peak brightness, and a touch system tuned for lower latency in fast-paced games. It also supports a high first-frame brightness ratio that’s meant to cut down on motion blur and make the panel feel more responsive during gameplay. iQOO is also emphasizing eye-comfort tuning rather than just raw refresh-rate marketing.
Performance comes from the full-power Dimensity 8500 chip, built on TSMC’s second-generation 4nm process. iQOO pairs that with its latest Monster Engine software stack, a large 7K vapor chamber cooling system, and game-focused scheduling and acceleration features. The company says the device can top 2.62 million points in AnTuTu, and it has already lined up support for native high-frame-rate modes in titles including CrossFire: Future, Valorant Mobile, and Honor of Kings.
Battery life is clearly the headline feature. iQOO says the 9,020mAh pack uses fourth-generation silicon-anode tech and second-generation semi-solid-state cell chemistry, while still fitting into a relatively slim design. The phone supports 90W fast charging, reverse charging, 55W PD and PPS input, 44W UFCS fast charging, and a direct power supply mode that can reduce heat during gaming. According to the company, a battery sitting at 20 percent can reach 80 percent in 44 minutes.
The camera setup keeps the focus practical instead of flashy. The rear system includes a 50MP main camera with OIS, backed by iQOO’s in-house portrait processing, multi-focal portrait support, and several updated film-style filters. The software also adds a check-in watermark feature that can stamp time and location data onto photos, along with customizable text for users who like to personalize mobile shots.
Durability and everyday features are stronger than usual for the segment too. The iQOO Z11 carries IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance, has passed seven national military-style durability tests, and includes extras like NFC, an infrared blaster, and what iQOO calls a professional mode. It ships with OriginOS 6, which adds animated wallpaper effects, more cinematic transition behavior across the interface, game-specific eye-care tuning, and AI tools such as reflection removal in photos.
There’s also an iQOO Z11x for buyers who want a lower entry price. That model starts at 1,499 yuan during the first sale period and uses a 6.76-inch LCD eye-care display, a Dimensity 7400 chip, and a 7,200mAh battery. It also supports IP68 and IP69 protection and carries SGS five-star drop resistance certification. Taken together, the Z11 family looks like iQOO’s attempt to dominate the battery-phone conversation without giving up gaming credentials or mainstream features.
