vivo iQOO Pad Ultra
- Status: Coming soon
- OS: vivo iQOO Pad Ultra
- Display: 8.8" 1440x2304 pixels
- Camera: 13MP 2160p
- RAM: 12/16GB RAM Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
- Battery: 9020mAh 66W
The vivo iQOO Pad Ultra is an upcoming compact flagship tablet built for high-performance gaming, entertainment, and productivity. It combines a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, a powerful next-generation chipset, active cooling, and a large battery.
The tablet was announced on September 29, 2026, and is expected to launch on October 5, 2026. Therefore, it currently carries a “coming soon” status.
Design and Build
The vivo iQOO Pad Ultra features a slim and lightweight design with dimensions of 197.4 × 126.3 × 5.7 mm. It weighs only 298 grams, making it easy to carry and comfortable to use for extended periods.
It uses a glass front, aluminum back, and aluminum frame. In addition, the tablet includes a built-in bi-directional cooling fan, which helps manage heat during demanding gaming sessions.
Display
The tablet features an 8.8-inch AMOLED display with 1 billion colors and an impressive 165Hz refresh rate. As a result, users can enjoy smooth animations, fast scrolling, and responsive gaming.
Moreover, the display supports HDR10+ and reaches 1600 nits in high brightness mode. It can also reach up to 4500 nits peak brightness. The 1440 × 2304 pixel resolution provides sharp visuals with around 309 PPI density.
Performance and Software
The vivo iQOO Pad Ultra runs on Android 17 with OriginOS 7 HD. It uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, built on an advanced 2nm process.
Furthermore, its octa-core CPU and Adreno 850 GPU deliver powerful performance for demanding games and multitasking. The built-in cooling fan also helps maintain performance during extended workloads.
The tablet comes in several configurations:
- 256GB storage with 12GB RAM
- 256GB storage with 16GB RAM
- 512GB storage with 16GB RAM
- 1TB storage with 16GB RAM
In addition, it uses fast UFS 4.1 storage. However, the tablet does not support a memory card.
Camera
The vivo iQOO Pad Ultra includes a 13MP rear camera capable of recording 4K and 1080p videos. Therefore, it can handle everyday photography and video recording.
On the front, it features an 8MP selfie camera with 1080p video recording at 30fps. As a result, it is suitable for video calls, online meetings, and casual selfies.
Sound and Connectivity
The tablet comes with stereo speakers that provide an immersive audio experience for gaming, movies, and music. However, it does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack.
For wireless connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 6/7 and Bluetooth 5.4. In addition, the USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 port supports OTG and video output, allowing users to connect compatible accessories and external displays.
However, the tablet does not include GPS, NFC, or FM radio.
Features and Sensors
The vivo iQOO Pad Ultra includes an accelerometer and gyroscope for motion detection and gaming controls. It also features a proximity sensor that works with compatible accessories.
Moreover, the active cooling fan gives the tablet an advantage during long gaming sessions by helping control internal temperatures.
Battery
The tablet packs a large 9020 mAh Si/C Li-Ion battery. Therefore, users can expect extended usage for gaming, streaming, browsing, and productivity.
It supports 66W wired charging and Power Delivery (PD). In addition, 5W reverse wired charging allows the tablet to provide power to compatible devices.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the vivo iQOO Pad Ultra combines a powerful processor, 165Hz AMOLED display, active cooling, and a large battery in a remarkably slim body.
Specifications
Prices
| European Euro | € 860 |
Launch
| Announced | 2026, September 29 |
| Status | Coming soon. Exp. release 2026, October 05 |
Network
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
| 2G bands | N/A |
| 3G bands | N/A |
| 4G bands | N/A |
| Speed | No |
| GPRS | No |
Body
| Dimensions | 197.4 x 126.3 x 5.7 mm (7.77 x 4.97 x 0.22 in) |
| Weight | 298 g (10.51 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM |
No Built-in bi-directional cooling fan |
Display
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak) |
| Size | 8.8 inches, 224.5 cm2 (~90.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2304 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~309 ppi density) |
Platform
| OS | Android 17, OriginOS 7 HD |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8975 Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x5.01 GHz Prime + 3x4.03 GHz Performance + 3x3.74 GHz Performance) |
| GPU | Adreno 850 |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal |
256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM UFS 4.1 |
Main Camera
| Single | 13 MP |
| Video | 4K, 1080p |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 8 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | No |
| Infrared port | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen2, OTG, video output |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity (accessories only) |
Battery
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 9020 mAh |
| Charging |
66W wired, PD 5W reverse wired |
Others
| Colors | Black, Silver |
Disclaimer:
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