Launch report · iQOO
iQOO 14: 7,000 mAh + SD 8 Elite + 144 Hz — the gaming flagship to beat in 2025.
SpecEagle Editorial·Oct 2025·$575·Score 86/100
iQOO 14 packs the biggest battery, fastest charging, brightest screen and Snapdragon 8 Elite into one $575 (China) frame — beating ROG Phone 9 Pro on the spec sheet at less than half the price. The trade-off is zero global retail presence and an ad-heavy OriginOS skin.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.85" flat LTPO OLED 144 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.85 OIS
Battery
7,000 mAh
Weight
214 g
What stands out
- 7,000 mAh + SD 8 Elite is a rare combo.
- 144 Hz + 5,500-nit peak.
- Dedicated Q3 gaming chip.
- 120 W charging.
What to watch
- iQOO has no global sales channels.
- OriginOS 6 ad-heavy in CN ROM.
- Camera secondary to performance.
- 214 g.
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 18 Pro Max
$1199 · score 94/100