iQOO Z11 series gets green signal for launch with massive 9,000mAh battery

The iQOO Z11 series just took a big step closer to launch, and honestly, this one is hard to ignore. According to fresh leaks, the upcoming phones have received network access approval in China, a move that usually signals an official launch is right around the corner.

If the leaks hold true, iQOO is about to shake up the mid-range smartphone space in a very old-school but welcome way: by bringing back massive batteries.

iQOO Z11 series launch approval confirmed

Well-known tipster Digital Chat Station claims the iQOO Z11 series has cleared China’s network certification process. In simple terms, the paperwork is done. The phones are ready.

And the headline feature? A 9,000mAh battery.

Yes, you read that right. At a time when brands are obsessed with thin designs and flashy AI tricks, iQOO seems to be betting on what users actually complain about daily, battery anxiety.

iQOO Z11 series battery and charging details leak

One model, believed to be the standard iQOO Z11 (model number V2551A), is listed with a 90W fast charger. Pair that with a 9,000mAh battery, and you’re looking at a smartphone that could realistically last two full days, maybe more.

The phone is also tipped to feature:

• A large 1.5K LTPS display

• A mid-range processor, not a flagship chip

This tells me iQOO isn’t chasing benchmark scores here. The focus seems clear: balanced performance, long battery life and a solid display.

iQOO Z11 series Z11x variant revealed

The leaks also mention a second model, likely called the iQOO Z11x. This version is said to feature a 6.76-inch FHD+ LCD display with a high refresh rate and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset.

The LCD choice sparked jokes online, with one user calling it a “miracle” in 2026. Even the tipster laughed it off, calling it a “rare LCD.” Honestly? If it helps control costs and improve battery life, I’m fine with it.

Why the iQOO Z11 series matters

Big batteries are quietly making a comeback and the iQOO Z11 series fits perfectly into that trend. Not everyone wants ultra-thin phones that die by evening. Some of us just want reliability.

Nothing is official yet, but if these specs land as expected, iQOO might have a sleeper hit on its hands. I’ll be watching this one closely and you probably should too.