iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: India price, specs and features compared

India Today

30-05-2025

The iQOO Neo 10 comes in two colour options — Titanium Chrome and Inferno Red. The red version has a dual-tone look, which at first glance might remind you of a new colour variant of the Neo 10R. And for those who don't know, before the Neo 10, iQOO had already launched the Neo 10R in India just a few months ago. That phone is a solid pick under Rs 30,000 and offers great value for money. But now, with the Neo 10 out, and priced only slightly higher, some people who just bought the Neo 10R might be feeling a bit bad, especially since the new model brings a few notable upgrades and extra features. Still, should you really regret it?advertisementIs the iQOO Neo 10 automatically the better phone just because it costs more? Or does the Neo 10R still make more sense by offering smarter value for its price? Here's a detailed comparison to help you decide.iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: DesignBoth phones look quite similar when it comes to design. The camera layout is square on both, but the Neo 10 stands out slightly with a circular ring flash, while the Neo 10R sticks to a more regular flash module. The easiest way to tell them apart is by the colours. The Neo 10 comes in Inferno Red and Titanium Chrome, while the Neo 10R is offered in MoonKnight Titanium and Raging Blue.
In terms of build, both phones use plastic frames and backs, and have the same thickness. However, the Neo 10 feels a bit more solid in the hand, weighing 206 grams compared to the lighter 196 grams of the Neo 10R. Overall though, apart from the colours and weight, they are quite similar in appearance.Read here - iQOO Neo 10 review: Raises the stakes and delivers great value, not just top-notch gamingiQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: DisplayadvertisementThe display on both phones is a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. However, the Neo 10 is technically brighter, with a peak brightness of 5,500 nits compared to 4,500 nits on the Neo 10R. The Neo 10 also has a slightly better HBM (2,000 nits vs 1,800 nits) and a higher PWM dimming rate of 4,320Hz compared to 3,820Hz on the Neo 10R. So, while both displays are good, the Neo 10 has the edge in both bright and low-light conditions, though the difference may not be huge for most users.iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: PerformanceIn terms of performance, the iQOO Neo 10R runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, while the Neo 10 comes with the newer Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. This is a noticeable jump in power. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 competes with higher-end chips like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9400e, and offers top-tier performance in its price segment. Both phones support UFS 4.1 storage and LPDDR5X RAM. But only the Neo 10 gives you the option of 16GB RAM with 512GB storage. For most users, the 8s Gen 3 is more than enough, but if you want flagship-level speed under Rs 40,000, the Neo 10 is clearly ahead.Read here - iQOO Neo 10R review: A well-rounded mid-range marveliQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: CameraadvertisementBoth phones feature the same camera hardware — a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel front camera. Video recording at 4K/60fps is supported on both the front and back. However, thanks to a better image signal processor (ISP) on the Neo 10, you can expect slightly better image and video quality, even though the hardware is the same.iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: Battery and chargingBattery and charging is another area where the Neo 10 takes the lead. It has a massive 7,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging, while the Neo 10R comes with a 6,400mAh battery and 80W charging support. So, not only do you get more battery, but also faster charging with the Neo 10.iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: Price in IndiaThe iQOO Neo 10 price in India starts at Rs 31,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version. The 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB variants cost Rs 33,999, Rs 35,999 and Rs 40,999, respectively.advertisementThe iQOO Neo 10R, on the other hand, is priced starting at Rs 26,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version. The 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants are priced at Rs 28,999 and Rs 30,999, respectively.Do note, the base variants of both phones with 128GB storage offer the UFS 3.1 standard.iQOO Neo 10 vs iQOO Neo 10R: Final thoughtsIn the end, the iQOO Neo 10 is clearly the more powerful and feature-rich phone, and justifies the higher price. But the Neo 10R still holds strong as a value-for-money device under Rs 30,000, with a great display, solid performance, and reliable cameras. If your budget is flexible and you want the best, the Neo 10 is the way to go. But if you want to save a few thousand and still get a great experience, the Neo 10R won't disappoint either.