iQOO is expanding its performance-focused lineup with the new Pad Ultra, and this time the company is targeting compact gaming tablets rather than conventional large screen models. The tablet has now been officially confirmed by iQOO for a September end launch in China, following several leaks about its specifications. It is expected to debut alongside the iQOO 16 series, giving the company a larger performance focused launch event.
iQOO Pad Ultra Price and Launch Details
iQOO has confirmed that the Pad Ultra will launch in China towards the end of September 2026. The company has not revealed its price yet, and there is currently no official word on an India launch.
- The Pad Ultra will be positioned as a performance and gaming-focused tablet.
- It is expected to launch alongside the iQOO 16.
- iQOO has described it as a new gaming-oriented product rather than simply another tablet.
- The tablet is expected to be available in Ender Black and Star Silver finishes.
8.8-inch OLED Display Meets Compact Gaming Design
The iQOO Pad Ultra is tipped to feature an 8.8-inch OLED display, putting it in the compact tablet category. The leaked design reportedly includes four narrow bezels and a centred punch-hole camera.
Unlike larger 11- or 12-inch tablets, this smaller form factor could make the Pad Ultra easier to hold horizontally while gaming.
The display's exact resolution and refresh rate have not yet been confirmed, so those details should be treated cautiously.
2nm Snapdragon Chip and Built-in Fan Are the Big Story
Performance is where the Pad Ultra could stand apart. Leaks point to Qualcomm's 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor.
More importantly, iQOO is reportedly adding an active cooling fan inside the tablet. A dedicated vent is also visible in the reported design. This suggests the company is building the tablet around sustained performance rather than short bursts of peak power.
For gamers, the benefit is straightforward: active cooling could help the processor maintain high performance during longer gaming sessions and reduce thermal throttling.
9,000mAh Battery, 66W Charging and Gaming Accessories
The compact tablet is reportedly getting a 9,000mAh-class battery, which is sizeable for an 8.8-inch device. A previous certification-related report also points to 66W fast charging.
Other reported highlights include:
- Square rear camera design with a cooling outlet
- Centre punch-hole front camera
- Active thermal fan
- 9,000mAh-class battery
- 66W charging support
- Black and silver colour options
- Support for gaming accessories
The interesting part: iQOO's September strategy
The Pad Ultra's September launch could be more significant than a routine tablet refresh. By pairing it with the iQOO 16, iQOO appears to be building an entire performance ecosystem around its flagship lineup.
The tablet's combination of a compact OLED screen, flagship-class 2nm processor and built-in fan also puts it closer to a handheld gaming machine with a large display than a traditional Android tablet. That could become its biggest selling point when iQOO reveals the complete specifications and price later this month.
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