The iQOO Neo 10R launched in India in March 2025 as a performance phone aimed at younger buyers and gamers. It used the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a slightly trimmed flagship chip, and a very large 6,400 mAh battery. Its main rivals were the Poco X7 Pro, OnePlus Nord 4 and Realme P3 Ultra, all targeting the space just below 30,000 rupees.
The 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 1.5K resolution and refreshes at up to 144Hz, giving sharp visuals and very smooth gameplay. Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 delivers excellent sustained performance, and iQOO highlighted long stable sessions at high frame rates in popular shooters. An IP65 rating adds water-jet protection. Funtouch OS 15 on Android 15 came with a game mode and the usual Vivo-family extras.
The 50 MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS takes dependable photos, and an 8 MP ultrawide is functional but basic. The 32 MP front camera is a step up from earlier Neo models. The 6,400 mAh battery easily lasts more than a day, and 80W charging is quick. Against the Poco X7 Pro, it offered similar speed with a larger battery and a higher refresh rate.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 26,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | March 2025 |
| Segment | Mid-range |
| Display | 6.78-inch, AMOLED, 144Hz, 1260 x 2800 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP Sony IMX882 main with OIS + 8 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 6400 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 15, Funtouch OS 15 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP65 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Raging Blue, Moonknight Titanium |
What we like
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 gaming performance
- 6,400 mAh battery
- 144Hz 1.5K AMOLED display
- IP65 rating
What could be better
- Basic ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- Funtouch OS preinstalled apps
Who should buy it
Gamers who want flagship-class speed and a huge battery under 30,000 rupees.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (March 2025). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.