Highlights

• iQOO Neo 7 Pro is the newly launched solid mid-range gaming phone in the under 35K price segment.
• It features a 6.78-inch touchscreen display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
• The phone is powered by Dual Chip, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and an Independent Gaming Chip.
• It has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
• The device supports fast charging of 120W, taking the phone from 0% to 50% in just 8 minutes.
• In this blog, we are sharing our first impression thoughts about iQOO Neo 7 Pro and taking a closer look at its features and performance.

If we can say one thing about iQOO, it is that the brand has carved a niche for itself by presenting solid mid-range gaming phones in the market in just 3 years of its starting operations. The Neo 7 series is certainly no exception.

After launching the iQOO Neo 7 earlier in 2023, the brand is back with its higher model, iQOO Neo 7 Pro. The device has been launched in the Chinese market some time back and is all set to take the Indian market by storm.

In this blog, we will be analysing iQOO Neo 7 Pro including its features and sharing our first impressions of the device.

Before we get to the first impressions of the device, here’s a quick overview.

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro comes with a 6.78-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels (FHD+), a refresh rate of 120 Hz and an aspect ratio of 20:9.

In terms of processor, the upcoming smartphone will be powered by Dual Chip including the main Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and Independent Gaming Chip. It comes with 8GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage in its base variant.

Further, iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G runs Android 13 and has a battery capacity of 5000mAh. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G supports proprietary fast charging of 120W that can take your phone from 0% to 50% in just 8 minutes.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G on the rear packs a triple camera setup featuring a 50-megapixel (f/1.88) primary camera; an 8-megapixel (f/2.2) camera, and a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/2.45 aperture.

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) mobile that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards.
Other connectivity options on the iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, GPS, Bluetooth v5.20, Infrared, USB OTG, USB Type-C, 3G, 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India), and 5G with active 4G on both SIM cards.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Key Features

• 78-inch AMOLED Display with 144Hz refresh rate
• Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Chipset + Independent Gaming Chip
• 8 GB RAM
  128 GB Internal Storage
• Triple camera setup (rear) – Flagship 50MP GN5 OIS Ultra-Sensing + 8MP Ultra-Wide + 2MP Macro sensor
• Front Camera – 16MP Selfie Camera
• 5000mAh battery with 120W FlashCharge support
• Android v13

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Pros & Cons

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Design and Build Quality

The very first glance at iQOO Neo 7 pro will remind you of that many other iQOO smartphones in the past and that is because the brand has not made any significant changes in the industrial design concept.

Now, the device comes in two colour variants, Dark Storm (Black) and Fearless Flame (Orange). The black variant of this phone has an all glass panel on the rear. We are not sure what glass protection has iQOO used here, the Dark Storm variant does get Schott Xensation UP protection.

Then we have the Fearless Flame variant, which is following the popular 2023 trend of vegan leather back panels. A lot of phones this year have launched with vegan leatherback that includes the Motorola H40, the Realme 11 Pro Series and now iQOO Neo 7 Pro Fearless Flame variant as well.

The overall look and feel of the device is great. The camera model slightly sticks out from the rear panel and causes a bit of table wobble, which may or may not be an issue for users. This entirely depends on a person’s preferences.

Another design aspect that we immediately noticed is the USB 2.0 type-c port in this phone. We wish the makers have pushed a bit further and added a USB 3.1 port instead.

Moreover, instead of a memory card slot, you get a slot with two dual nano SIM support. Also, in case any of you are wondering, iQOO Neo 7 Pro has no IP rating.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Display

• 78-inch AMOLED Display with 1220 x 2712 resolution and 144Hz refresh rate
• Bezel-less display with punch-hole design
• 1300 nits peak brightness

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, which offers vibrant colours, deep blacks, and excellent contrast levels.

The display provides an immersive viewing experience, making it ideal for multimedia consumption and gaming. One of the standout features of the display is its refresh rate of 144 Hz.

This high refresh rate results in smooth and fluid animations, reducing motion blur and enhancing the overall visual experience.

With 1220 x 2712 pixels of picture resolution, the display ensures sharp and detailed visuals. Whether you’re browsing through photos, watching videos, or playing games, the high resolution brings out fine details and enhances the overall visual quality.

The aspect ratio of 20:9 and pixel density of 439 ppi adds to the immersive viewing experience and makes the display produce crisp and clear visuals.

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro screen is bezel-less and comes with a punch-hole design pattern. This design choice maximizes the screen-to-body ratio, providing an expansive viewing area and an immersive feel. The absence of thick bezels ensures that the focus remains on the content displayed on the screen.

The display is a capacitive touchscreen with multi-touch support, allowing for smooth and accurate touch interactions. Whether it’s scrolling, typing, or playing games, the touch response is precise and responsive, enhancing the overall user experience.

In terms of brightness, the display boasts a maximum brightness of 1300 nits. This high brightness level ensures excellent visibility, even under direct sunlight or bright environments. It allows comfortable use of the device outdoors without straining eyes.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Hardware, Software and Performance

• Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform with Independent Gaming Chip
• 8GB RAM and 128 GB Internal Storage
• Motion Control, Gyroscope Enhancement, 4D Game Vibration, and Voice Changer are here to level up your gaming experience

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform, implemented on TSMC’s 4nm process promises to deliver exceptional performance on par with many flagship-grade devices.

The use of the advanced 4nm process ensures improved efficiency and reduced power consumption. With this hardware, users can expect a smooth and responsive experience across various tasks, including gaming, multitasking, and demanding applications.

One of the standout features of this device is the inclusion of an Independent Gaming Chip.

This dedicated chip works in tandem with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform to optimize gaming performance. It employs dual-chip power to enhance your overall gaming experience.

To further enhance performance, the device is equipped with LPDDR5 RAM. This high-speed RAM allows for faster data access and seamless multitasking.

Switching between apps, launching games, and loading heavy multimedia files becomes swift and fluid, ensuring a lag-free user experience.

The combination of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform and LPDDR5 RAM provides a powerful foundation for demanding tasks.

The device features UFS 3.1 storage technology. With its faster read and write speeds compared to previous generations, UFS 3.1 storage significantly improves app launch times and file transfer speeds.

Moreover, running on Android v13, the device offers a smooth and efficient performance. Android v13 brings several enhancements and optimizations, ensuring better performance and stability.

The improved memory management and resource allocation help maximize the device’s capabilities, allowing for smoother multitasking and faster app launches.

The overall responsiveness and fluidity of the user interface are enhanced, making navigation and interactions with the device more enjoyable.

Overall, the performance of iQOO Neo 7 Pro is truly impressive. There isn’t any issue in everyday smartphone activities and users can swiftly access their favourite apps and games, reducing wait times and enhancing overall productivity.

Additionally, ample storage space ensures users can store a vast library of games, multimedia files, and applications without worrying about running out of space.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Camera Features and Performance

• Triple camera setup (rear) – Flagship 50MP GN5 OIS Ultra-Sensing + 8MP Ultra-Wide + 2MP Macro sensor
• Front Camera – 16MP Selfie Camera

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro boasts an impressive camera setup that consists of a triple camera configuration on the rear and a high-resolution front-facing selfie camera.

Starting with the rear cameras, the triple camera setup is headlined by a flagship 50MP GN5 OIS Ultra-Sensing primary sensor. Complementing the primary sensor is an 8MP ultra-wide camera. And for close-up shots, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro features a dedicated 2MP macro sensor as well.

This sensor, with optical image stabilization (OIS) technology, captures stunning details and ensures sharp and steady shots. The large pixel size and advanced sensor technology contribute to excellent low-light performance, allowing users to capture clear and vibrant images even in challenging lighting conditions.

The wide-angle perspective too adds depth and dimension to the images, providing a unique and creative perspective.

As for the macro lens, it too captures intricate details quite nicely. Whether it’s capturing the delicate details of flowers or getting up close with small objects, the macro sensor delivers impressive results with good focus and clarity.

On the front, the device boasts a 16MP selfie camera. This high-resolution front-facing camera ensures sharp and detailed self-portraits. With its wide dynamic range and advanced imaging algorithms, the front camera captures accurate skin tones.

Although we don’t really like the over-enhancement of facial features, this feature results in stunning selfies that social media enthusiasts would definitely appreciate.

In terms of overall camera performance, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro delivers impressive results. The combination of the flagship primary sensor, ultra-wide lens, and macro sensor provides versatility, allowing users to capture a wide range of subjects and scenes.

The camera system excels in capturing details, reproducing accurate colours, and maintaining good dynamic range.

 The device incorporates advanced imaging algorithms and features to optimize settings, detect scenes, and improve image processing to deliver pleasing and well-balanced results in various shooting conditions.
Whether it’s daytime photography, low-light situations, or portrait shots, the camera system consistently performs well and delivers satisfying images.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Battery Life

• 5000 mAh battery
• 120W FlashCharge Support
• Fast Charging Mode – Takes only 8 min to charge from 1% to 50% and 25 min to charge 100%

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro comes equipped with a substantial 5000 mAh battery, providing users with a reliable power source for their daily usage. This large battery capacity ensures extended usage time, allowing users to go through their day without worrying about running out of power.

The battery gets 120W FlashCharge support, which enables users to quickly charge their device, saving valuable time.

In just 8 minutes, the fast charging mode can take the battery from 1% to 50%, providing a significant boost when time is limited. Additionally, the device can reach a full charge in just 25 minutes, ensuring that users can get back to using their device without long waits for charging to complete.

Since iQOO Neo 7 Pro is primarily a gaming phone, having a large-capacity battery with fastcharge support is a must. with the ability to quickly charge the device, users can rely on their iQOO Neo 7 Pro for their power needs throughout the day, even during busy schedules or when time is limited.

Users can enjoy prolonged usage on a single charge and quickly replenish the battery when needed, ensuring that they have sufficient power whenever they need it.

Verdict

Purely based on our first impressions of the phone, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro is evidently turning out to be the best phone under Rs 40,000, let alone being a device that you might be taking home for anything under Rs 35000.

In fact, just by taking a closer look at the specification sheet, it can be climbed that this might be a better phone compared to many other phones that are expecting a launch in the same segment soon.

The display impressed with AMOLED technology, immersive screen size, high resolution, bezel-less design, and punch-hole display.

With excellent brightness levels, a high refresh rate, and precise touch response, the display provides an enjoyable and visually captivating experience for multimedia consumption, gaming, and everyday use.

The camera setup of the iQOO Neo 7 Pro, featuring a flagship 50MP primary sensor, ultra-wide lens, macro sensor, and a high-resolution selfie camera, provides users with a versatile photography experience.

The device captures sharp and detailed images, excels in low-light performance, and offers a range of shooting options to cater to different creative needs. With its advanced camera features and impressive performance, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro is a capable device.

And while the combination of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and the Independent Gaming Chip with its various enhancements contribute to a high-performance gaming experience, the 5000 mAh battery capacity and 120W FlashCharge, provides users with a reliable and efficient power solution.

Buy iQOO Neo 7 Pro For

• Affordable gaming device with flagship configuration
• 78-inch AMOLED Display with 144Hz refresh rate
• Dual Chip – Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Chipset + Independent Gaming Chip
• Triple camera setup (rear) – Flagship 50MP GN5 OIS Ultra-Sensing + 8MP Ultra-Wide + 2MP Macro sensor
• 5000mAh battery with 120W FlashCharge support

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – My Mobiles Rating

Design – 3.5/5

Display – 3.5/5

Camera – 4/5

Performance – 4/5

Battery – 4/5

Overall – 4/5

iQOO Neo 7 Pro – Price and Availability

iQOO Neo 7 Pro price in India is Rs. 33,999. Expected to be available for purchase starting 14 July 2023, this variant comes in 8 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage configuration.

The device is currently available for Pre-Booking for Amazon Prime customers only.

The Neo 7 Pro will be available in two colour variants that include Dark Storm (Black Colour with Glass finish back panel) and Fearless Flame (Orange Colour with Vegan Leather Finish back panel).

IQOO NEO 7 PRO KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Performance

Network & Connectivity

Sensors

FAQs

Q1. What is the display technology used in the iQOO Neo 7 Pro?

Answer. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro features an AMOLED display, which offers vibrant colours, deep blacks, and excellent contrast levels for an immersive viewing experience.

Q2. Does the iQOO Neo 7 Pro support fast charging?

Answer. Yes, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro supports fast charging with its 120W FlashCharge technology. It can charge from 1% to 50% in just 8 minutes and reach a full charge in 25 minutes.

Q3. How is the camera performance of the iQOO Neo 7 Pro?

Answer. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro boasts a triple camera setup on the rear, including a flagship 50MP GN5 OIS Ultra-Sensing sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. It delivers impressive photography results with excellent details, accurate colours, and good dynamic range. The 16MP front camera captures high-resolution selfies with enhanced facial features.

Q4. What is the battery capacity of the iQOO Neo 7 Pro?

Answer. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, providing ample power to support extended usage throughout the day.

Q5. Which version of Android does the iQOO Neo 7 Pro run on?

Answer. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro runs on Android v13, offering a smooth and efficient user experience with its enhanced performance, improved memory management, and security features.

Q6. Does the iQOO Neo 7 Pro support 5G connectivity?

Answer. Yes, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro supports 5G connectivity, enabling faster data speeds and smoother streaming, browsing, and gaming experiences.

Q7. What is the refresh rate of the display on the iQOO Neo 7 Pro?

Answer. The iQOO Neo 7 Pro features a high refresh rate of 144 Hz, delivering smooth and fluid animations, reducing motion blur, and enhancing the overall visual experience.

8) How is iQOO Neo 7 Pro design and build?

Ans) During the limited time I spent with the phone, the iQOO Neo 7 felt like a sleek device with a lot of potential at a glance. At the back, you have a leather finish panel with iQOO’s subtle yet unmissable branding resting neatly at the center.

Looking closely, you will notice a metallic, copper feel to the branding, and it looks quite brilliant, in my opinion.
A metallic copper frame surrounds the phone’s camera module and gives it a subtle yet evident lift. The camera lenses do not protrude and neatly fit into the camera module, and I personally love the way it looks.

The outer edges of the phone also come in a copper metallic build and, in my opinion, are the most attractive part of the phone’s design. The copper colour compliments the orange panel perfectly and there could have been no better colour option for the metallic edges.

The leather finish of the back panel also adds to the phone’s elegance and gives it a classy look, along with resulting in a great grip. Even though the phone comes with a cover in the box, the phone never slips .

9) How is iQOO Neo 7 Pro performance and camera?

Ans) During my brief usage of the phone, I scrolled through my social media feed, browsed the web, watched an episode of The Good Doctor, and played BGMI for about half an hour.
Scrolling through social media and browsing the web was an absolute delight and I have no complaints so far. The apps opened quite quickly and I was also able to switch between different apps seamlessly. iQOO claims that you can open up to 36 apps at once without facing any problems and we will surely explore this part in the detailed review.

Scrolling, with the phone’s 120Hz refresh rate, is a great experience on this device and the moment you begin using the phone, you feel like you are using a high-end device that will result in a consistently strong performance.

I didn’t notice any issues and the sound quality was also top-notch. Be it Netflix’s ta-dum sound or the show’s short yet intriguing clip, everything sounded crystal clear. The sound didn’t necessarily fill the room, but it wasn’t inadequate either.

The gaming experience on the phone was also satisfactory. The moment I dived into the world of BGMI, the phone automatically launched the multi-turbo acceleration and gave me the option of toggling the Game Assistant by gently swiping right at the top left corner. The Game Assistant lets you enable the Esports mode, reject calls, record screen and more. We’ll explore this further in our detailed review but as of now, the experience of playing BGMI on HD graphics settings with a high frame rate was quite pleasing.

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