As per the latest information, iQOO is set to launch its flagship device, the iQOO 13 5G, on October 30 in China. There are also whispers about a new Neo 10 series of smartphones currently in development. A recent leak from tipster Smart Pikachu sheds light on the expected features and release timeframe for both the Neo 10 and Neo 10 Pro.
Specifications and Release Date
Earlier leaks have suggested that the iQOO Neo 10 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, while the Neo 10 Pro will run on the Dimensity 9400. According to the tipster, the Neo 10 series will come with a flat display designed for gaming, boasting a 1.5K resolution.
In addition to that, the leaked information indicates that the Neo 10 series will include an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint scanner and a robust 6,500mAh battery. The Neo 10 lineup is expected to be revealed in December in China. Other reports mention that both models will have a metal frame, operate on Android 15 with OriginOS 5 layered on top, and support 100W fast charging.
Competition in the Market
The Neo 10 series is likely to face strong competition from several other brands, including the OnePlus Ace 5 series, Realme GT Neo 7, and the Redmi K80 series. It is anticipated that the K80 series will be announced in November, while the Ace 5 and Realme GT Neo 7 may launch either in November or December.
The upcoming Neo 10 series will be the successor to the Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro, which were equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dimensity 9300 chipsets, respectively. Notably, the Neo 9 Pro was only available in the Chinese market, whereas the Neo 9 was released alongside its Pro variant in other regions.
