The Neo 10 improves processing power, battery capacity, charging speed, cooling, and peak display brightness, while the Neo 10R retains the same screen resolution and similar camera hardware.
General
Both are dual-SIM 5G smartphones running Android 15, but the Neo 10 weighs about 206 g while the Neo 10R is lighter at 196 g.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Model | Neo 10 | Neo 10R |
| Manufacturer | iQOO | iQOO |
| SIM | Dual nano SIM | Dual nano SIM |
| Network support | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Dimensions | 163.72 x 75.88 x 8.09 mm | 163.72 x 75.88 x 7.98 mm |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g |
| India availability | Available | Available |
| Warranty | 1-year handset warranty | 1-year handset warranty |
The Neo 10R is around 10 g lighter and slightly thinner. The Neo 10 carries a larger battery while remaining close to the Neo 10R in overall dimensions.
Display and design
Both phones have 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED screens with up to a 144Hz refresh rate, while the Neo 10 reaches a higher local peak brightness of 5,500 nits.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Display size | 6.78-inch | 6.78-inch |
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 pixel | 2800 x 1260 pixel |
| Refresh rate | Up to 144Hz | Up to 144Hz in supported games |
| Instant touch sampling | Up to 3,000Hz | Up to 2,000Hz |
| Local peak brightness | Up to 5,500 nits | Up to 4,500 nits |
| High brightness mode | Up to 2,000 nits | Not independently confirmed |
| PWM dimming | 4,320Hz | 3,840Hz |
| Fingerprint sensor | In-display optical | In-display optical |
| Water and dust resistance | IP65 | IP65 |
The Neo 10 provides higher verified peak brightness and touch-response figures. These specifications are most relevant in bright outdoor conditions and supported gaming scenarios.
→ Keep in mind: The maximum 144Hz refresh rate does not operate in every app or game. The actual rate can change depending on software support, content, and display settings.
Performance and software
The Neo 10 uses Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 with a maximum CPU speed of around 3.21 GHz, while the Neo 10R uses Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 reaching up to 3.0 GHz.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 |
| Processor cores | Octa-core | Octa-core |
| Maximum CPU speed | Up to 3.21 GHz | Up to 3.0 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 825 | Adreno 735 |
| Manufacturing process | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X Ultra | LPDDR5X |
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| User interface | Funtouch OS 15 | Funtouch OS 15 |
| Storage type | UFS 4.1 on 256GB and 512GB versions | UFS 4.1 on 256GB versions; UFS 3.1 on 128GB |
The Neo 10 has the stronger performance platform. Its Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 also works with iQOO's Supercomputing Chip Q1 for supported gaming features such as frame interpolation.
→ Buy this if: Choose the Neo 10 if sustained gaming performance is your main requirement. Its 7,000 mm² vapour chamber is larger than the 6,043 mm² cooling chamber in the Neo 10R.
Camera features
Both phones use a 50MP Sony main camera with optical image stabilisation, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP front camera.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Rear camera setup | Dual camera | Dual camera |
| Main camera | 50MP Sony, OIS, f/1.79 | 50MP Sony IMX882, OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | 8MP, f/2.2 | 8MP |
| Telephoto camera | No | No |
| Macro camera | No dedicated sensor confirmed | No dedicated sensor confirmed |
| Front camera | 32MP | 32MP |
| Rear video recording | Up to 4K | Up to 4K at 60 fps |
| Optical image stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
Camera hardware is closely matched, so the processor, imaging algorithms, software version, and shooting conditions can have more influence on the final result than camera resolution alone. Neither phone has a dedicated telephoto camera. If optical zoom is a priority, this is an important trade-off to consider.
Storage and connectivity
The Neo 10 provides up to 512GB storage and Wi-Fi 7, while the Neo 10R reaches 256GB and supports Wi-Fi 6.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Storage options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| GPS | Supported | Supported |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No | No |
| IR blaster | Yes | Yes |
→ Pro tip: Consider the 256GB or 512GB versions if you install several large games. Neither device supports a microSD card, so you cannot add storage later.
Battery and other features
The Neo 10 has a 7,000 mAh battery with 120 W charging, while the Neo 10R has a 6,400 mAh battery with 80 W charging.
| Spec | iQOO Neo 10 | iQOO Neo 10R |
|---|
| Battery capacity | 7,000 mAh | 6,400 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 W | 80 W |
| Charging claim | 1%-100% in about 36 minutes under laboratory conditions | 50% in about 26 minutes under laboratory conditions |
| Reverse wired charging | Supported through two-way charging features | Up to 7.5 W |
| Bypass charging | Yes | Yes |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Security | In-display fingerprint sensor | In-display fingerprint sensor |
| Water and dust protection | IP65 | IP65 |
The Neo 10 combines a battery that is 600 mAh larger with higher 120 W charging power. This can be useful if you game for long periods or frequently use navigation and video streaming.