On December 27, iQoo, a sub-brand of Vivo, unveiled its latest offerings, the iQoo Neo 9 and iQoo Neo 9 Pro, in China. Packed with cutting-edge features, the series promises a compelling blend of design, camera capabilities, and fast-charging prowess. Here’s a detailed look at the price, specifications, and availability of these dynamic smartphones.
Pricing and Availability:
- iQoo Neo 9:
- Base Variant (12GB + 256GB): CNY 2,299 (approx. Rs. 26,900)
- 16GB + 256GB Variant: CNY 2,499 (approx. Rs. 29,300)
- 16GB + 512GB Variant: CNY 2,799 (approx. Rs. 32,800)
- Top-of-the-Line (16GB + 1TB): CNY 3,199 (approx. Rs. 37,400)
- iQoo Neo 9 Pro:
- 12GB + 256GB Variant: CNY 2,999 (approx. Rs. 35,100)
- 16GB + 256GB Variant: CNY 3,299 (approx. Rs. 38,600)
- 16GB + 512GB Variant: CNY 3,599 (approx. Rs. 42,100)
- Top-of-the-Line (16GB + 1TB): CNY 3,999 (approx. Rs. 46,800)
Both models are available for pre-order on the official Vivo website in China, with sales scheduled to commence on December 30.
Specifications and Features:
Display:
- 6.78-inch AMOLED displays with a resolution of 2,800 x 1,260 pixels
- Refresh rate of up to 144Hz, HDR10+ support
Performance:
- iQoo Neo 9: Powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with Adreno 740 GPU
- iQoo Neo 9 Pro: Equipped with MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset and Immortalis-G720 GPU
- Up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 inbuilt storage
- Android 14-based OriginOS
Camera System:
- 16-megapixel front camera in a centred hole-punch slot
- iQoo Neo 9: 50-megapixel Sony IMX920 primary sensor with OIS and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens
- iQoo Neo 9 Pro: 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera alongside the main camera
Battery and Charging:
- 5,160mAh battery in both models
- 120W wired fast charging support via USB Type-C port
Connectivity:
- Dual SIM support with 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, OTG, GPS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS, and NFC
- IR blaster and in-display fingerprint sensor
With a stellar combination of powerful specifications and attractive pricing, the iQoo Neo 9 series aims to captivate users seeking a high-performance smartphone experience. The 120W wired fast charging adds a notable touch of convenience, ensuring that users can stay powered up and connected throughout their day.
