iQOO has always held a competitive position in gaming and pricing in the Indian smartphone market. The newly launched Neo 10R holds this banner high as upgrades and modifications over the previous Neo 9R make the Neo 10R iQOO’s best and most optimized gaming buddy.
iQOO Neo 10R Design
The iQOO Neo 10R carries a similar design and outward appearance as its predecessors. The only change visible to the eye is in the Lavender color variant. The back of the phone fades to white from lavender; this gradient provides a sophisticated and “cool” look desired by gamers.
iQOO used a polycarbonate frame for cost-effective manufacturing without compromising on the solid feel of the phone. The phone is 7.9 mm thick and weighs 196g. Compared to the Neo 9R, the 10R has an IP65 dust and water resistance rating.
iQOO Neo 10R Display
The Neo 10R retains the 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 300 Hz touch sampling rate. The Neo 10R’s flatness and curved edges sit comfortably between hands, enhancing the gaming experience. You can take your game outdoors as well. The local peak brightness of 4500 Nits will ensure clarity and visibility without interruptions.
Camera And Storage of iQOO Neo 10 R
The new phone contains a 50MP primary camera (Sony IMX882) with OIS and 8MP ultra-wide (Galaxy Core GC08A3-WA1XA). The selfie camera is 32 MP (Galaxy Core GC32E1-WA1XA).
The phone has two RAM and storage variants; 8GB RAM + 128GB UFS 3.1 storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB UFS 4.1 storage.
Processor and Software of iQOO Neo 10R
The iQOO Neo 10R is supported by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 instead of the Gen 2 chip, as seen in Neo 9R. The Snapdragon Gen 3 enables better power efficiency and excellent gaming performance.
Like many competitors, The Neo 10R comes with Funtouch OS 15 out-of-the-box and provides several AI-driven optimizations. While the UI remains under the user’s control, iQOO introduced AI for better app management and enhanced photography.
iQOO Neo 10R Battery And Charging
The Neo 10R packs a 6500mAh battery to prolong uninterrupted gaming and ensure safe gaming. The phone also carries a vapor cooling chamber to protect the phone and the skin from overheating. The charging speed of the Neo 10R dropped to 80W from Neo 9R’s 180W. The battery, coupled with the cooling chamber, makes the Neo 10R, iQOO’s best and optimized gaming buddy.
iQOO Neo 10R Pricing In India
The iQOO Neo 10R starts at Rs 26,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant. 2025 launched a tough competition for smartphones in India. Brands like Nothing and OnePlus have also upped their features, posing a tough challenge for iQOO.