The iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G distinguishes itself through its captivating design, featuring a vibrant 144Hz display, exemplary flagship-level cameras, and seamless performance. In essence, this phone offers excellent value for your investment. Below are key points from its review.
Dear friends, if you have an affinity for Iqoo smartphones, this article holds particular significance for you. Iqoo has recently unveiled its latest offering, the Iqoo Neo 9 Pro, on the 22nd of February. Remarkably, this phone presents the 8th Gen 2 processor at an unprecedentedly affordable price point. Let’s delve into a comprehensive overview of this exciting new addition.”
Unboxing: Inside the box, you’ll find the phone accompanied by a robust super fast 120-watt charger, a Type-C to Type-C cable, a transparent case, and a SIM ejector tool.
Design: The phone’s aesthetic is noteworthy, featuring a dual-color scheme in red and white. The dual-camera module enhances its visual appeal, and the device, weighing a mere 191 grams, provides an excellent in-hand experience. It has a flat display with Schott Sensation protection and offers a vegan leather back or a glass back in black.
Ports & Buttons: Examining the ports and buttons, the bottom houses the sim card tray, microphone, USB Type-C, and speaker grill. On the right side, you’ll find the volume rocker and power on/off button, while the upper side features an IR blaster and noise-canceling microphone. The left side remains clean, featuring a dual nano-SIM slot.
Display: The phone has a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 1.5k resolution and an impressive 144Hz refresh rate. With a peak brightness of 3000 nits and HDR 10+ support, the thin bezels and chin contribute to a stunning display quality.
Specifications: Available in three variants – 8GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB, and 12GB/256GB – the phone incorporates 3.1 UFS storage for the 128GB variant and 4.0 storage for the 256GB variant. Paired with LPDDR5X RAM, an 8-gen-2 processor, a robust 5160mAh battery, and 120W fast charging, its specifications make it a powerhouse with an Antutu score of 1.6 million.
Performance: Gaming enthusiasts can revel in the phone’s outstanding performance, supporting COD Mobile at 120 FPS with the highest settings, thanks to a vapor cooling chamber of 6000 mm.
Multimedia: The Q1 chip enhances both performance and multimedia experiences. Stereo speakers enhance sound quality, making video, movie, and web series consumption a delightful experience.
OS & UI: The phone ships with FunTouch OS and Android 14 out of the box, promising three years of major updates and four years of security updates.
Sensors: The device features in-display fingerprint, face unlock, and an array of sensors for enhanced user experience.
Connectivity: The phone supports mostly all 5G bands, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi calling, Bluetooth 5.3, and an IR blaster, the phone holds an IP54 certification, making it dust and water-resistant.
Camera: The dual-camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX 920 sensor with OIS support and an 8MP ultrawide sensor. The 16MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies. Videography options range from 1080p at 30fps and 60fps to 4K at 30fps and 60fps, along with 8K at 30fps for the rear camera.
Price: The pricing for the phone starts at ₹35,999 for the 8GB/128GB variant, ₹36,999 for the 8GB/256GB variant, and ₹38,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant. Additional benefits include exchange bonuses and bank discounts, making it an enticing choice in its price range.
Conclusion: The tested 12 GB RAM iteration of the iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G left a profound impression. While it might appear excessive to lavish such praise in a review, this device undeniably merits every accolade. Its performance is lightning-fast, the camera proves reliable, battery endurance is commendable, the display boasts remarkable responsiveness, and gaming on this device is a sheer delight. Priced at Rs 35,999 for the base model and Rs 39,999 for our specific variant (with bank and launch offers effectively reducing it to Rs 36,999), this smartphone offers exceptional value for its quality. Unless your primary requirement is a camera-focused handset within this price bracket, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G stands as an outstanding choice for everyday use, social media photography, and immersive gaming, all without causing a dent in your finances.