New Delhi, March 25, 2025 – iQOO has unleashed the Neo 10R in India, priced at Rs 29,999 for its 8GB+256GB model, hitting shelves Tuesday, per Gadgets 360. Fueled by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, it boasts a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP primary camera with OIS, and a 6,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging. Available in Grey and Blue, it’s sold via Amazon India, targeting gamers and performance enthusiasts.
The Neo 10R enters a red-hot gaming phone segment—shipments jumped 15% in 2024 (IDC India)—with its high-refresh screen and liquid cooling system promising smooth play. iQOO, a Vivo sub-brand, has carved a niche with aggressive pricing, but it’s up against Poco’s F-series and OnePlus Nord models in the Rs 25,000-35,000 range. India’s gaming craze, fueled by PUBG and Free Fire, drives demand, yet brand recognition remains iQOO’s hurdle—Vivo’s shadow looms large.
Posts on X hype the battery life, with some calling it a “Poco killer,” though others flag iQOO’s patchy software update record—two OS upgrades versus Samsung’s four. The phone’s launch aligns with India’s festive season tail-end, a sales sweet spot. Still, success hinges on after-sales support and word-of-mouth in a market where trust trumps specs alone. Can iQOO level up its game?
