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After much anticipation, iQOO has officially launched its latest offering, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro smartphone in India, starting at a competitive price of Rs 35,999. With robust specifications and features, the device aims to rival other smartphones in its segment, such as the Nothing Phone (2) and the recently unveiled OnePlus 12R, both of which are priced similarly.
The iQOO Neo 9 Pro boasts a sizable 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, featuring an impressive 120Hz refresh rate and supporting up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness. Notably, the device also offers a remarkable 144Hz refresh rate for select gaming experiences, ensuring smooth and fluid gameplay.
Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the potent Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset, a reliable performer seen in several flagship devices from the previous year, including the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and OnePlus 11. Complementing the processor is the Adreno 740 GPU, catering to gaming enthusiasts and demanding graphical tasks. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro offers up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring seamless multitasking and ample storage capacity.
In terms of imaging capabilities, the device sports a dual-camera setup on the rear, featuring a high-resolution 50MP Sony IMX 920 sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. On the front, the phone sports a 16MP camera for selfies and video calls.
Powering the iQOO Neo 9 Pro is a substantial 5,160mAh battery, supplemented by 120W PD fast charging, ensuring rapid charging speeds for minimal downtime. The smartphone runs on the latest Funtouch OS 14, based on Android 14, with a promise of 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches, ensuring a secure and up-to-date user experience.
The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is available in three configurations:
- 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant priced at Rs 35,999
- 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant priced at Rs 37,999
- 12GB RAM/256GB storage variant priced at Rs 39,999
The 256GB variants will be available on Amazon starting from 23 February, while the 128GB variant will be available from 21 March.
For prospective buyers, iQOO is offering enticing launch deals, including an instant discount of Rs 2,000 on ICICI Bank HDFC Bank cards, along with an additional exchange bonus of Rs 4,000, making the iQOO Neo 9 Pro an even more attractive mid-range smartphone option.
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