The iQOO Neo 9 series will launch in China on December 27. The upcoming premium mid-range series of the brand will include two phones – iQOO Neo 9 and iQOO Neo 9 Pro. Along with the Neo 9 smartphones, the first iQOO Watch and iQOO TWS 1e are also being launched. Ahead of the launch, the full specifications of the iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro were revealed to us by Ishan Agarwal.
Leaked specifications of iQOO Neo 9, Neo 9 Pro
iQOO has already confirmed several details about the Neo 9 series smartphones. These include:
- The design of both phones was revealed, confirming the color options as well. These include blue, black, and red. The iQOO Neo 9 in red will have a white stripe along the back of the phone for a two-tone design.
- As for the specifications, it has been confirmed that the iQOO Neo 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the Neo 9 Pro will get the MediaTek Dimensity 9300.
As for the rest of the specifications, here’s what you should expect from the iQOO Neo 9 series.
Specifications of iQOO Neo 9, Neo 9 Pro (leak)
- Display: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro and Neo 9 will feature the same 6.78-inch AMOLED display (2800x1260p resolution) with a 144Hz refresh rate. However, the Neo 9 will come with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: It is confirmed that the Pro model will run on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset, while the vanilla model will receive the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.
- RAM and permanent memory: Both phones will be available in two variants: 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage, and 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
- Cameras: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is reportedly equipped with a 50MP main camera with OIS paired with a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens. For selfies, the smartphone will most likely have a 16-megapixel front camera. The vanilla Neo 9 will have the same specifications, except for an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor.
- Battery, charging: It will be equipped with a 5,160 mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
- Software: In China, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro will run OriginOS 4 based on Android 14.
According to the official information, the iQOO Neo 9 series will also be available in three color variants: blue, black and red and white two-tone design. Both phones will also feature a plastic body. In India, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro will be launched with a different chipset, but it is too early for any confirmation.