Based on information from Mukul Sharma, iQOO is anticipated to introduce a new budget-friendly 5G smartphone, the iQOO Z9 Lite, around mid-July 2024. This device will be the third in the Z9 lineup, succeeding the iQOO Z9 5G and iQOO Z9x 5G. The leak hints that the phone will be available in brown and blue hues.
The iQOO Z9 Lite is expected to be priced below Rs. 12,000 in India
There is speculation that the iQOO Z9 Lite could be a rebranded iteration of the Vivo T3 Lite 5G, which is set to debut in India on June 27th, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC. Although specific details about the iQOO Z9 Lite are not yet known, given that the Z9 and Z9x models are priced starting at Rs 20,000 and Rs 13,000 respectively, it is anticipated that the Z9 Lite will be priced under Rs 12,000 to appeal to the budget segment. With the launch expected soon, more information about the Z9 Lite should become available shortly.
iQOO Z9x 5G (China)
If the speculation about the Z9 Lite being a rebranded model is accurate, it indicates the company's strategy to attract a broader audience in the budget 5G smartphone market. As the launch date nears, tech enthusiasts can look forward to more details on the iQOO Z9 Lite’s specifications, features, and official pricing emerging in the upcoming weeks.
