The ¥2000 price range has reached its limit.

On the afternoon of November 29, iQOO unveiled its latest masterpiece, the iQOO Neo 10 series, through an online product launch event. Lei Technology was invited to cover the event online and witness the birth of these two "performance flagships" with everyone.

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As a product line within iQOO that prioritizes gaming experience, iQOO Neo has always been known for its performance-focused approach, with other configurations being "adequate for use." However, the iQOO Neo 10 series not only maintains a high standard in gaming experience but also sees a significant upgrade in peripheral configurations.

iQOO Neo 10 Pro: Further evolution of the dual-chip flagship?

First up is the iQOO Neo 10 Pro, which is powered by MediaTek's current strongest processor, the Dimensity 9400. It includes a Cortex-X925 supercore with a maximum frequency of 3.62GHz, three Cortex-X4 supercores, and four Cortex-A720 large cores. This combination provides robust performance while significantly reducing power consumption. Compared to the Dimensity 9300, the Dimensity 9400 offers a 35% improvement in single-core performance, a 28% boost in multi-core performance, and a 40% reduction in power consumption, making it one of the most suitable processors for high-performance devices.

To further unleash the potential of the Dimensity 9400, the iQOO Neo 10 Pro also employs a new Ice Dome VC liquid cooling system with a VC vapor chamber area of 6400mm², helping the phone dissipate heat more efficiently.

According to official data, the iQOO Neo 10 Pro can maintain full frame rates throughout a half-hour session of Genshin Impact without a significant increase in body temperature, making it extremely gamer-friendly.

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It also features the self-developed gaming chip Q2, the same as the flagship iQOO 13, which not only enhances gaming smoothness and stability through iQOO's frame rate perception technology but also provides an ultimate gaming experience with ultra-high resolution and frame rates, rivaling some PC games in visual performance.

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All models in the iQOO Neo 10 series come equipped with a top-tier eye-care display, featuring 2592Hz full-brightness ultra-high-frequency PWM dimming by default, adjustable to 4320Hz ultra-high-frequency dimming based on user needs, catering to all users' eye-care requirements.

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Furthermore, this display adopts the latest 8T LTPO technology, combined with Blue Factory's self-developed UltraMotion smart frame rate technology, significantly reducing power consumption during operation.

Other specifications of this display include a 6.78-inch screen, 1.5K resolution, a peak brightness of 1800 nits, an adaptive dynamic refresh rate of 1-144Hz, support for HDR10+, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. In this price range, this display remains highly competitive.

iQOO officials also stated that the iQOO Neo 10 Pro supports ultra-frame experiences for over 140 games, which is undoubtedly good news for mobile gamers. For more on this technology's performance, stay tuned for Lei Technology's upcoming iQOO Neo 10 Pro first review.

In terms of charging, the iQOO Neo 10 series continues Blue Factory's proud dual-100W compatible charging protocol, supporting not only the 120W proprietary protocol but also up to 100W PPS charging, enhancing compatibility and allowing users to use non-original chargers without worry.

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Incidentally, all models in the iQOO Neo 10 series feature Blue Factory's latest Blue Ocean Endurance System, increasing battery capacity to 6100mAh while keeping the phone's thickness within 8mm. Coupled with a more energy-efficient flagship processor, the iQOO Neo 10 Pro's endurance performance is expected to exceed our expectations.

iQOO Neo 10: The dark horse in the ¥2000 segment

Despite its slightly lower positioning, the iQOO Neo 10 does not compromise on specifications. It is powered by the familiar Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which still holds its own against many flagship phones in terms of performance and can smoothly run most games on the market.

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In terms of imaging, the iQOO Neo 10 series adopts the same IMX 921 large-sensor main camera as the vivo X200, utilizing the same algorithms as the vivo X series for portrait, night, and sports photography. While the wide-angle lens has average specifications, it offers three shooting modes: ultra-wide, 3.5cm macro, and fisheye.

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Almost forgot, both the iQOO Neo 10 and Pro versions feature ultrasonic 3D fingerprint technology for a more comfortable user experience. Lei Technology hopes this technology will become standard in the coming year.

Moreover, like the Neo 10 Pro, the iQOO Neo 10 also boasts a range of flagship features, including the latest self-developed gaming chip Q2, endurance and fast charging combo system, eye-care ultra-premium display, 23-antenna array, 6.4K Ice Dome VC liquid cooling system, ultrasonic 3D fingerprint, the new OriginOS 5, and the intelligent Blue Heart Xiao V. It is undoubtedly one of the most balanced options in this price range.

Finally, regarding pricing, here are the details. All models are available for purchase immediately upon release:

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iQOO Neo 10:

12+256G version: ¥2299;

16+256G version: ¥2499;

12+512G version: ¥2699;

16+512G version: ¥2999;

16+1T version: ¥3499.

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iQOO Neo 10 Pro:

12+256G version: ¥3199;

16+256G version: ¥3399;

12+512G version: ¥3499;

16+512G version: ¥3799;

16+1T version: ¥4299.

iQOO's advantage goes beyond cost-effectiveness

Since its inception, iQOO's Neo series has garnered a loyal fan base with its high cost-effectiveness and performance. Especially for those who love mobile gaming but have a limited budget, iQOO's Neo series has always been their top choice.

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However, as we all know, in today's smartphone market, simply stacking specifications and reducing prices is no longer enough to attract new users. In other words, with everyone pushing the limits of specifications, failing to differentiate oneself means the product is doomed to mediocrity.

Judging from the current market situation, the iQOO Neo series faces stiff competition from the likes of OPPO Reno, REDMI K series, and realme GT Neo series, all of which offer comparable product strength and price competitiveness. Will iQOO Neo prevail in this battle and bring us an even more surprising product next year?

Source: Lei Technology