iQOO has introduced the Neo 9 Pro smartphone in India showcasing features such, as a quality 144Hz AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, a substantial 5160mAh battery capacity, and support for rapid 120W charging. Initially launched in China towards the end of December the iQOO Neo 9 series now brings forth its version. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro. The primary point of distinction lies in its chipset compared to the iQOO Neo 9 model.
The All New iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G
When it comes to pricing and availability the iQOO Neo 9 Pro kicks off at ₹35,999 for the model with 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. The version with 8GB RAM + 256GB storage is priced at ₹37,999 while the top tier model featuring 12 GB RAM + 256GB storage comes in at ₹39,999. The entry-level variant will hit stores starting March 21st whereas both other models will be up for grabs from February 23rd on Amazon.
Early bird customers who pre-booked can get their hands on these devices today. Moreover, iQOO is offering a discount of ₹1,000 on both versions and an additional ₹2,000 off for ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank credit cardholders. Customers can also enjoy an exchange bonus of up to₹4,000 along, with six months of warranty and no-cost EMI options.
The iQOO Neo 9 Pro comes in a Fiery Red option featuring vegan leather or a sleek Conqueror Black variant, with a glass body. With its 6.78 inch 1.5K AMOLED screen the iQOO Neo 9 Pro offers a 120Hz refresh rate for everyday use and an enhanced 144Hz refresh rate tailored for gaming enthusiasts. Additionally, it boasts a peak brightness of 3000 nits.
Powering the device is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, paired with Adreno 740 GPU. Storage options include 8GB or 12GB RAM alongside 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage, with an additional 8GB or 12GB extended RAM on both variants.
The camera setup comprises a dual configuration with a 50MP Sony IMX920 primary camera featuring OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, while selfies are handled by a 16MP front camera. The device houses a 5160mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. Software-wise, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro runs Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14 out-of-the-box, and it includes features such as an IP54 rating, USB Type-C port, Wi-Fi 7, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.