iQOO Neo 9 Series Unveiled in China: 144Hz Display, 120W Fast Charging, & More

iQOO, the renowned gaming-centric smartphone brand, has introduced its latest offerings, the iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro, in China. Serving as successors to the iQOO Neo 8 series, these smartphones boast impressive features and specifications, targeting the mid-to-high-end market segment.

Pricing Breakdown

The iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro are available for pre-order in China, with sales scheduled to commence on December 30. The pricing varies based on RAM and storage configurations:

iQOO Neo 9

• 12GB+256GB: CNY 2299 (Approximately Rs 26,900)
• 16GB+256GB: CNY 2499 (Approximately Rs 29,200)
• 16GB+512GB: CNY 2799 (Approximately Rs 32,700)
• 16GB+1TB: CNY 3199 (Approximately Rs 38,600)

iQOO Neo 9 Pro

• 12GB+256GB: CNY 2999 (Approximately Rs 36,100)
• 12GB+512GB: CNY 3299 (Approximately Rs 39,800)
• 16GB+512GB: CNY 3599 (Approximately Rs 43,400)
• 16GB+1TB: CNY 3999 (Approximately Rs 48,200)

iQOO Neo 9, Neo 9 Pro: Specifications

Both the iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro showcase a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a pixel resolution of 2800x1260 and an impressive 144Hz refresh rate. The display offers a 20:9 aspect ratio, 93.43% screen-to-body ratio, and HDR10+ support, ensuring a visually immersive experience.

Under the hood, the iQOO Neo 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, while the Neo 9 Pro opts for the Dimensity 9300 chipset. These devices run on Android 14 out of the box and provide up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM for seamless multitasking.

Both smartphones feature a dual-camera setup, with a 50MP primary camera (Sony IMX920 sensor) and an 8MP ultra-wide lens on the iQOO Neo 9, while the Neo 9 Pro boasts a 50MP ultra-wide lens. The front-facing camera on both devices is a 16MP shooter.

Equipped with a Q1 dedicated chip and a 6k canopy VC cooling system, the iQOO Neo 9 series prioritizes gaming performance. The Q1 chip enhances gaming experiences by ensuring stable frame rates and efficient GPU utilization.

A substantial 5,160mAh battery fuels both devices, supporting an impressive 120W fast charging capability. This ensures a quick and efficient power replenishment for uninterrupted usage.