iQOO Neo 10 To Be Indi'a First Phone With Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. Check Out Release Date
While pricing hasn't been officially disclosed, industry insiders expect the iQOO Neo 10 to launch at around Rs 35,000.
iQOO has officially confirmed the India launch date for its much-anticipated Neo 10 smartphone. Slated for a May 26 release, the iQOO Neo 10 is already generating buzz as it will debut with Qualcomm’s brand-new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, making it the first device to do so. Alongside this powerful processor, the phone is expected to deliver serious upgrades in battery life, display, and cooling technology.
First With Snapdragon 8s Gen 4: Performance Powerhouse Incoming
iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya made the launch announcement on X, confirming that the Neo 10 will be the first smartphone globally to feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. “The iQOO Neo 10 is launching in India on May 26. It is the first smartphone to come with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4,” he stated.
India’s first smartphone with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4! 🚀
— Nipun Marya (@nipunmarya) May 8, 2025
Gear up: Power-packed performance ahead.#iQOONeo10 #DualChipPower pic.twitter.com/UjgN5tpFSl
While the company has kept full specifications under wraps, leaks suggest the phone will be equipped with Vivo’s custom Q1 chip and 7K VC liquid cooling to complement the Snapdragon SoC. This combo hints at serious firepower, aimed squarely at gamers and heavy users.
Design Details Revealed: Bold Colors and Sleek Build
iQOO has also revealed official images showing the Neo 10’s design. Available in two bold finishes — Titanium Chrome and Inferno Red — the smartphone features a distinctive square-shaped rear camera module with a dual-lens setup and a light ring. The right side of the phone houses the volume rocker and power button, while the front sports a punch-hole camera design for a seamless viewing experience.
What Else to Expect: Display, Camera, Battery
Rumours point to a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and ultra-smooth 144Hz refresh rate. Protection is expected via Schott’s Diamond Shield glass. On the optics front, the Neo 10 might include a 50MP Sony LYT-600 primary camera paired with an 8MP ultrawide lens. The front is likely to get a 32MP selfie shooter.
Battery performance could be a standout feature too, with a massive 7,000mAh unit rumoured, along with blazing-fast 120W charging. The phone is expected to run on FunTouchOS 15, based on Android 15.
Price Point Prediction: Aiming for the Sub-40K Flagship Killer Segment
While pricing hasn't been officially disclosed, industry insiders expect the iQOO Neo 10 to launch at around Rs 35,000. For comparison, last year’s Neo 9 Pro entered the market at Rs 34,999 — making this year’s model a likely successor in the same price segment.
With an aggressive launch timeline and standout specs, the iQOO Neo 10 is shaping up to be a performance beast that could shake up the mid-premium smartphone market in India.
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