With the arrival of the iQOO Neo 12, the mid-range segment now features a massive 9000 mAh battery and the fifth-generation Snapdragon 8 Ultra processor, built using 3-nanometer technology. The iQOO 16, which was recently unveiled in China, is expected to launch in India this December; the design of this new model shows a significant influence from the iQOO 16.
iQOO Neo 12 Launch Specifications
Those tracking the launch of the iQOO Neo 12 are curious to see whether its physical footprint aligns with its raw power. Bearing the model number V2618A, the device measures 163.42 mm in height, 75.89 mm in width, and 8.67 mm in thickness, with a substantial weight of 229 grams.
Every key feature of the iQOO Neo 12 has been designed with heavy media consumers and gamers in mind. The phone sports a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 3200×1440 pixels and an ultra-fast refresh rate of 185Hz. It runs on the OriginOS 7 operating system, which is based on Android 17.
The core hardware of the iQOO Neo 12 is exceptionally powerful, capable of meeting the needs of demanding users. It features an octa-core CPU, an Adreno 840 GPU, high-speed LPDDR5X Ultra Quad-Channel RAM, and state-of-the-art UFS 4.1 storage.
One of the most compelling features of the iQOO Neo 12 is its long-lasting battery. It houses a massive 9000mAh battery, ensuring it can last for several days of continuous use. Furthermore, the device supports 100W VFCP flash charging, allowing for rapid charging via its Type-C USB 2.0 port.
The iQOO Neo 12 features a 16-megapixel front camera for capturing clear selfies. On the back, it houses a 50-megapixel Sony IMX921 main sensor, which supports up to 20x digital zoom, alongside an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens.
The phone is also well-equipped in terms of security and connectivity. It includes an ultrasonic 3D fingerprint scanner, supports Bluetooth 5.4, and offers a Type-C headphone jack.
The official price for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant of the iQOO Neo 12 starts at 4,399 yuan (approximately 62,914 rupees). The next models, the 16GB RAM/256GB storage version and the 12GB RAM/512GB storage version, are priced at 4,799 yuan (approximately 68,631 rupees) and 5,099 yuan (approximately 72,922 rupees), respectively.
For those seeking higher-end configurations, the iQOO Neo 12 is available at a higher price point. The 16GB RAM and 512GB storage model is priced at 5,499 yuan (78,644 rupees), while the top-tier configuration, featuring 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, is priced at 6,499 yuan (approximately 92,953 rupees).
