Alright, friends, let’s dive into the iQOO Neo 10R, and let me tell you, I’m genuinely buzzing about this one! You know, with iQOO, it’s like they’ve got this rhythm going. They’re churning out these fantastic phones, and honestly, they’re nailing that sweet spot of price-to-performance. It’s why I get so excited for their launches!
iQOO Neo 10R: A Powerhouse at a Steal!
We were all expecting the iQOO Neo 10 Pro, right? But iQOO threw us a curveball with the Neo 10R, and honestly, I’m not complaining. This thing packs a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, and it’s hitting the market around ₹25,000. That’s insane value! You’re getting everything you need in a solid phone, including a massive battery.
iQOO Neo 10R Unboxing: Thin, Light, and Packed with Power!
This phone is thin! And you get a clear case, documentation, an 80W flash charger, a Type-A to Type-C cable, and the SIM ejector tool. Simple, but everything you need.
iQOO Neo 10R Design: Sleek and Subtle, or Flashy Dual-Tone?
Now, let’s talk about the phone itself. It’s got this dual-tone design, which, if you’re not a fan, don’t worry, there’s a more subtle grey version too. It’s got that classic iQOO family look, you know? Flat sides, clean lines, and it just feels good in the hand.
iQOO Neo 10R Weight: Light as a Feather!
And wow, this thing is light! Under 200g, we’re talking around 195g. That’s amazing for a phone with such a big battery. Oh, and it’s got “short sensation up protection,” which, well, we’ll test that in a moment.
iQOO Neo 10R Ports & Buttons: Everything You Need, Right Where You Expect It
Ports and buttons? Sim card tray, microphone, USB Type-C, speaker grill at the bottom. IR blaster and noise-cancelling microphone up top. Clean and simple. Dual nano SIM slot, and you’ve got options for 8GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB, and 12GB/256GB.
iQOO Neo 10R Display: Immersive and Vibrant!
The bezels are thin, especially the sides and top. The chin is minimal, giving you a fantastic screen-to-body ratio. 6.78” 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, 10-bit display, HDR10+ support. It’s a fantastic display, no doubt about it.
iQOO Neo 10R Specifications: Power That Packs a Punch!
But the real highlight? The specs! Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. That’s the 8th Gen 3 architecture, folks, and it’s a beast! AnTuTu scores around 1.5-1.6 million, meaning you can play any game on the highest settings. Base variant is 8GB RAM LPDDR5X, UFS 3.1 storage. But if you go for the 8GB or 12GB 256GB variant, you get UFS 4.1. And all this at around ₹25,000!
iQOO Neo 10R Gaming: Smooth as Butter!
We played BGMI for 4-5 hours straight, and it consistently gave 90FPS. Clash of Clans? 144Hz! Genshin Impact? 59.8-59.9 FPS! And the thermals? Never went above 43 degrees, thanks to the 6043mm² vapor cooling chamber. Performance, a huge thumbs up!
iQOO Neo 10R OS & UI: Clean and Customizable!
Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, with pre-installed apps you can uninstall. 3 years of major updates, 4 years of security updates. You’re getting solid software support.
iQOO Neo 10R AI Features: Smart and Helpful!
AI Photo Enhance, Instant Cutout, Circle to Search, Note Assist, translation, note conciseness. It’s got all the smart features you’d expect.
iQOO Neo 10R Sensors & Connectivity: Everything You Need!
In-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, 10 5G bands, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, VoNR. All the connectivity you need.
iQOO Neo 10R Multimedia: Immersive Experience!
AMOLED display with good colors, stereo speakers, HDR10 content on Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube. Multimedia experience? Excellent!
iQOO Neo 10R Camera: Better Than Expected!
Okay, cameras aren’t the highlight, but they’re better than expected. 50MP IMX882 primary sensor, 8MP ultrawide, 32MP selfie. Dynamic range is good, colors are decent, cutouts are good. Ultrawide is a bit softer, but the primary sensor is solid. 4K 60FPS video, 4K 30FPS selfie video. Features like Snapshot, Slo-Mo, Pro mode, etc., are all there. Check out the G-Drive link for sample photos and videos!
iQOO Neo 10R Features: The Little Things That Matter!
Short sensation up protection, IP65 certification, good SAR values, Widevine L1, IR blaster. USB 2.0, which, honestly, I wish was 3.0.
Final Thoughts: Why I’m Excited About the iQOO Neo 10R!
At ₹25,000, you’re getting flagship-level performance, a massive battery, a stunning AMOLED display, and decent cameras. It’s covering all the bases! This phone is definitely a contender for the top 3 in its price range.
