iQOO Z11i debuts with a 6,500mAh battery, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC

Meet the New iQOO Z11i: A Battery-First Budget Phone

iQOO has just quietly expanded its lineup in China, introducing the iQOO Z11i. If you’re the type of person who is constantly hunting for a wall outlet, this might be the device for you. It keeps things simple but focuses heavily on what matters most to many users: endurance.

At the heart of the Z11i is a massive 6,500mAh battery. While the 15W charging speed is on the modest side, that capacity is plenty to get you through even the most demanding days without a second thought. It’s a workhorse build that trades extreme flashiness for pure reliability.

Display and Performance Specs

Up front, you’ll find a generous 6.74-inch LCD panel. It offers a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling through feeds and navigating the interface feel snappy. With an HD+ resolution and a peak brightness hitting 1,200 nits in high-brightness mode, the screen should remain readable even when you’re outside on a sunny day.

Under the hood, the Z11i runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. Paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, it’s a solid performer for everyday tasks. Plus, if you find yourself running low on space, there is a dedicated microSD card slot to keep your files, photos, and apps handy.

Cameras and Extras

Photography on the Z11i is straightforward, featuring a single 13MP rear sensor accompanied by an LED flash and a stylish RGB ring light. Selfies are handled by a 5MP front-facing camera tucked neatly into a waterdrop notch.

The phone doesn’t skimp on the “nice-to-have” features, either:

Durability: IP65 dust and water resistance rating.
Audio: A classic 3.5mm headphone jack for your wired gear.
Security: A reliable side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Connectivity: Dual SIM with 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, and dual-band Wi-Fi.

Out of the box, the device runs on the modern Android 16-based OriginOS 6, giving you the latest software features right from the start.

Pricing and Availability

The iQOO Z11i is launching in three colors—Desert Gold, Ink Shadow, and a vibrant Qingfeng (light blue). It is currently available in China with the following price tiers: