iQOO will unveil its Z11 series on March 26 in China, introducing two new smartphones: the iQOO Z11 and the Z11x. This launch will mark the debut of iQOO’s first-ever 165Hz gaming display and their largest battery capacity to date, aiming to attract gamers and heavy users looking for a blend of performance and endurance at a competitive price.
iQOO Z11 specs and unique features
The highlight of the iQOO Z11 is its massive 9,020mAh battery, the biggest ever fitted in one of the brand’s smartphones. To complement this, it supports fast charging at 90W, ensuring that users don’t have to endure long waits despite its large capacity. The device sports a 6.83-inch OLED display with a crisp 1.5K resolution and an impressively high 165Hz refresh rate, promoting smooth visuals and reduced eye strain during extended gaming sessions.
Under the hood, the Z11 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset and is offered with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It runs on the latest Android 16-based OriginOS 6, promising a modern software experience. Available color options include silver, black, and light blue. The phone is expected to retail around $290 in the Chinese market, positioning it as an affordable yet advanced gaming phone.
iQOO Z11x specs and features
Alongside the Z11, the Z11x serves as a slightly toned-down sibling but still offers notable specs such as a 6.76-inch LCD screen with eye-protection technology and a large 7,200mAh battery, albeit with a slower 44W charging speed. It runs on the Dimensity 7400 chipset and shares the same software base, Android 16 with OriginOS 6.
The Z11x may ring a bell for some as it closely matches the model recently launched in India, packed with LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, a 32MP front camera, and a 50MP dual rear lens system. Color choices for the Z11x are silver, mint green, and dark blue, catering to more playful or subdued tastes.
With the launch of the Z11 series, iQOO is clearly doubling down on gaming-focused features and battery endurance, offering high refresh rates and extensive battery life at competitive prices. This move is poised to intensify competition in the mid-range smartphone segment, especially against rivals pushing similar gaming-centric devices.
