iQOO is all set to introduce its next 5G smartphone in the Indian market next week, the iQOO Z11 Lite 5G. The device will target buyers looking for a feature-packed device under the Rs 20,000 segment. Ahead of the launch, the company has confirmed several key features, including a large battery, AI-powered productivity tools and a high refresh rate display. The device will be available on Amazon, iQOO e-store and other retail channel partners.
The iQOO Z11 Lite 5G will launch in India on July 24, 2026. The company has confirmed that the smartphone will be available online via Amazon and is expected to go on sale shortly after the launch event.
The iQOO Z11 Lite 5G is said to offer a 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,200 nits peak brightness. Under the hood, it will reportedly be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset paired with up to 6GB RAM and 256GB storage. The device may feature a 6,500mAh battery, which supports 44W fast charging. It may also offer reverse wired charging and bypass charging.
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For photography, the phone is expected to include a 50MP Sony primary camera, a secondary sensor and a 5MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
The smartphone is also tipped to feature IP65 dust and water resistance, military-grade durability certification and a Dynamic Light notification ring on the rear panel. It will ship with OriginOS 6 based on Android 16, offering AI features such as AI Captions and AI Creation.
iQOO has confirmed that the Z11 Lite 5G will be priced below Rs 20,000 in India. While the official pricing will be announced at launch, leaks suggest the base variant could start at around Rs 17,990.