Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: Clash Of The Mid-Range Titans. Which One Should You Buy?

Price points for both are competitive: Poco F7 5G starts at Rs 32,990, while iQOO Neo 10 comes in slightly lower at Rs 31,998.

Choosing between the Poco F7 5G and iQOO Neo 10 will depend on what you prioritise: storage or display.

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Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: As India’s fiercely competitive smartphone market continues to heat up, two new contenders have stepped into the ring: Poco F7 5G and iQOO Neo 10. Both devices promise cutting-edge specs at prices that are likely to attract attention, but which one offers better value? We break down the details.

It should be noted that since Poco F7 is yet to launch in India (June 24 is the official release date), all the specifications and details on the phone are based on leaks and rumours. Consider this report with a pinch of salt. 

Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: Display & Design

Both phones sport vibrant AMOLED displays, but there are subtle differences that might sway buyers. The Poco F7 5G features a slightly larger 6.83-inch screen with a resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels and an impressive peak brightness of 3200 nits. It also boasts Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Plus protection. Meanwhile, the iQOO Neo 10 counters with a 6.78-inch display delivering 1260 x 2800 pixels resolution and a whopping 5500 nits peak brightness, along with 4320Hz PWM dimming for better eye comfort.

Both handsets adopt a modern punch-hole design for the front camera, but Poco edges ahead with a screen-to-body ratio of approximately 94.27%, slightly better than iQOO Neo 10's 89.3%. The Poco F7 5G tips the scales at 206 grams and measures 8.09 mm in thickness, giving it a solid yet slim profile.

Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: Performance

Powering both devices is Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8s Gen4 chipset, paired with Adreno 825 GPU, ensuring high-end performance for gaming and multitasking. The Poco F7 5G offers 8GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM with an additional 8GB virtual RAM option, while iQOO Neo 10 matches the 8GB RAM but offers a smaller internal storage at 128GB compared to Poco's 256GB.

Benchmark scores reveal the raw power on offer. Poco F7 5G flaunts an AnTuTu score nearing 1.96 million, while Geekbench multi-core scores reach 6,541. iQOO Neo 10 holds its own with equally impressive numbers, making real-world differences negligible for most users.

Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: Camera & Battery

Photography enthusiasts may lean towards iQOO Neo 10's superior 32MP front camera, compared to Poco F7 5G's 20MP shooter. Both rear setups feature 50MP wide-angle sensors, with iQOO offering an additional ultra-wide 8MP lens. Both models support 4K video recording at 60 fps.

Battery life may also influence decisions. Poco F7 5G packs a massive 7550mAh battery, while iQOO Neo 10 carries a 7000mAh unit. However, iQOO compensates with faster 120W charging against Poco's 90W, ensuring quicker top-ups. Reverse charging capabilities also differ, with Poco offering 22.5W compared to iQOO's 7.5W.

Poco F7 Vs iQOO Neo 10: Which One Should You Buy?

Price points for both are competitive: Poco F7 5G is expected to start at Rs 32,990, while iQOO Neo 10 comes in slightly lower at Rs 31,998. Both models offer IP-rated water and dust resistance, dual stereo speakers, and the latest Android 15 OS, albeit with their respective custom skins - Hyper OS 2 for Poco and Funtouch OS 15 for iQOO.

In the end, choosing between the Poco F7 5G and iQOO Neo 10 will depend on what you prioritise: Poco leads on storage and battery capacity, while iQOO counters with a brighter display, faster charging, and a better front camera. The mid-range battle just got a lot more interesting.

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