iQOO Neo 10 is the value flagship gamers and power users are hunting for. Priced from ₹31,999 in India, it packs Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 with the Q1 gaming chip, a 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED with 4320Hz PWM, and a huge 7000mAh battery with 120W fast charging. You also get a 50MP OIS main camera, 32MP selfie, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NavIC, stereo speakers, and IP65. Want buttery 144FPS in supported titles, bright outdoors visibility, and cooler sustained performance? This is the sweet spot. See full specs, latest offers, pros and cons, and our Neo 10 vs Neo 10R comparison.
Key highlights
- 6.78″ 1.5K Eyecare AMOLED, 144 Hz, 4320 Hz PWM, up to 5500 nits peak.
- 3000 Hz instant touch sampling (up to) for gaming.
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 + Q1 Supercomputing Chip (144 FPS features in supported titles).
- 7000 mAh battery with 120 W FlashCharge + Bypass Charging.
- 50 MP OIS main + 8 MP ultrawide; 32 MP selfie.
- Android 15 / Funtouch OS 15 at launch.
- Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, NavIC, IR blaster.
- IP65 dust/water resistance.
- India price starts at ₹31,999 (launch); festive offers vary.
Tip: For peak charging speeds, use the in-box 120 W adapter & original cable.
Latest update
October 8, 2025
- India availability steady; sale pricing for 8/128–8/256 typically around ₹31,999–₹33,999.
- Ships with Android 15; Funtouch OS 16 (Android 16) rollout slated region-wise later in 2025.
- Q1 game features (Frame interpolation / Super-resolution) active on select titles.
- Service footprint expanded across Tier-2 cities.
Update timeline
- May 26, 2025: India launch & first sale.
- Mid-2025: Wider APAC rollout.
- Q4 2025: Android 16/Funtouch 16 phased rollout.
How we test (Methodology)
- Display: brightness, HDR, PWM, outdoor legibility.
- Performance: cold/warm runs, throttling, stability.
- Battery: mixed usage, idle drain, charge curve.
- Camera: photo/video stability, night, dynamic range.
- Audio: speaker loudness, mic clarity, stereo balance.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, 5G bands, GPS, VoLTE/VoWiFi.
- UX & updates: features, animations, bug-fix cadence.
Conclusion: This protocol prioritizes reliable real-world behavior over short peak scores.
Network
| Technology | GSM / WCDMA / LTE / 5G (SA/NSA) |
|---|---|
| SIM Type | Dual nano-SIM (DSDS) |
| 5G (NSA) | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28A/B, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78 |
| 5G (SA) | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n18, n20, n26, n28A/B, n38, n40, n41, n48, n77, n78 |
| 3G Bands | WCDMA B1 / B5 / B6 / B8 / B19 |
| 4G FDD-LTE | B1 / B3 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B18 / B19 / B20 / B26 / B28A / B28B |
| 4G TDD-LTE | B38 / B40 / B41 / B42 / B48 |
| VoLTE / VoWiFi | Yes / Yes (carrier-dependent) |
| eSIM | Not listed officially (verify retail variant) |
Launch
| Announced | May 26, 2025 (India) |
|---|---|
| Status | Available since May 26, 2025 (India) |
Body
| Dimensions | 163.72 × 75.88 × 8.09 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 206 g |
| Build | Glass front/back; solid frame |
| IP Rating | IP65 |
| Colors | Inferno Red, Titanium Chrome |
Display
| Type | Eyecare AMOLED (flat) |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.78 inches |
| Resolution | 1.5K (2800×1260) |
| Refresh / Touch | Up to 144 Hz / up to 3000 Hz instant touch sampling |
| PWM | 4320 Hz PWM dimming + DC-like dimming |
| Brightness | HBM ~2000 nits; local peak up to ~5500 nits (highlights) |
| Extras | Adaptive color temperature; SGS Low Blue Light/Low Flicker |
Platform
| OS at Launch | Android 15 / Funtouch OS 15 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Co-processor | Q1 Supercomputing Chip (144 FPS & Super-resolution in supported titles) |
| Cooling | 7K Ultra VC (≈7000 mm²) + graphite; total cooling area ≈27,000 mm² |
Memory
| Card Slot | No microSD |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 128 / 256 / 512 GB (UFS 4.1 on 256/512 per footnote) |
| RAM | 8 / 12 / 16 GB (LPDDR5X) |
| Extended RAM | Up to +16 GB (software) |
Main Camera
| Wide | 50 MP (1/1.953″) f/1.79, OIS (Sony Portrait Camera) |
|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.2 |
| Video | Up to 4K; OIS/EIS stabilization |
| Modes | Snapshot, Night, Portrait, Pro, Supermoon, Long Exposure, etc. |
Selfie Camera
| Sensor | 32 MP (f/2.45) |
|---|---|
| Video | Up to 4K |
| Features | Portrait, HDR, Night |
Sound
| Speakers | Symmetric dual stereo |
|---|---|
| 3.5 mm jack | No |
| Haptics | X-axis linear motor |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC |
| NFC | Supported (market-dependent) |
| USB | USB-C (PPS/PD charging supported) |
| IR | Infrared blaster |
Features
| Gaming | 144 FPS frame interpolation + Super-resolution (supported titles), Night Vision |
|---|---|
| Durability | IP65 rating |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Ambient Light, E-Compass |
| Fingerprint | Under-display optical |
| Face Unlock | AI-based 2D |
Battery
| Type | Dual-cell Li-ion (non-removable) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 7000 mAh (typ.) |
| Charging | 120 W FlashCharge; Bypass Charging supported |
| Wireless | No |
Misc
| Variants | 8/128, 8/256, 12/256, 16/512 |
|---|---|
| Price (India) | Launch price from ₹31,999 (offers vary) |
| Models | Neo 10 5G (regional variants) |
| Warranty | 1 year device + 6 months accessories (iQOO India) |
Tests
| OEM Claim (AnTuTu) | Up to 2,426,162 (marketing claim) |
|---|---|
| Charging Claim | 1%→100% ≈ 36 minutes (120 W) |
| Touch Sampling | Up to 3000 Hz (instant) |
| PWM | 4320 Hz |
Real-world results vary by firmware, ambient temperature, and usage.
In the Box
Phone, 120 W charger, USB-C cable, SIM ejector, quick start guides (region-dependent).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 8s Gen 4 performance + Q1 gaming features.
- 1.5K 144 Hz AMOLED with 4320 Hz PWM.
- 7000 mAh + 120 W fast charging with bypass.
- Wi-Fi 7, BT 5.4, NavIC, IR.
- Stereo speakers, good haptics.
- OIS main camera.
- IP65 durability.
Cons
- No telephoto camera.
- No wireless charging.
- 206 g weight.
- 144 FPS needs game support.
- No microSD expansion.
Comparison
| Spec | Neo 10 | Neo 10R |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 + Q1 | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.78″ 1.5K 144 Hz | 6.78″ 1.5K 144 Hz |
| Battery / Charge | 7000 mAh / 120 W | 6400 mAh / 120 W |
| Cameras | 50 + 8 MP; 32 MP front | 50 MP main + UW |
| Price (IN) | Launch ₹31,999 | Lower than Neo 10 |
| Spec | Neo 10 | Neo 9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | 8s Gen 4 | 8 Gen 2 |
| Battery | 7000 mAh / 120 W | ≈5160–5500 mAh / 120 W |
| Display | 1.5K 144 Hz | 1.5K 120–144 Hz |
| IP rating | IP65 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6/7 (variant) |
FAQs
- Is the iQOO Neo 10 good for gaming?
- Yes — Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 + Q1 features enable high FPS and smoother gameplay in supported titles.
- Does it support 144 FPS in all games?
- No — it depends on game support.
- What are the display specs?
- 6.78″ 1.5K AMOLED, 144 Hz, 4320 Hz PWM, up to 5500-nit peak.
- Battery & charging?
- 7000 mAh with 120 W fast charging and bypass charging.
- Wireless charging?
- No.
- Rear camera setup?
- 50 MP OIS + 8 MP ultrawide.
- Selfie camera?
- 32 MP.
- Water resistance?
- IP65 rating.
- IR blaster?
- Yes.
- MicroSD?
- No slot.
- RAM/storage variants?
- 8/128, 8/256, 12/256, 16/512.
- Price in India?
- Launch price ₹31,999; check current offers.
- Software update support?
- Ships with Android 15; Funtouch OS updates roll out in phases.
- Bypass charging?
- Supported.
Official & External links
Availability & feature support vary by region/carrier.
Editor’s Note
iQOO Neo 10 combines strong gaming performance, a bright 1.5K 144 Hz display with 4320 Hz PWM, and fast 120 W charging. Cameras are reliable for the price, though there’s no telephoto.