The iQOO Neo 10 is here as one of the most enticing mass market phones to have launched this year. Debuting the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, the Neo 10 proves itself as a pocket powerhouse and considering its starting price of Rs 31,999, you are bound to be tempted by it. A 7,000mAh battery assisted by a 120W wired charger and a 50MP main camera make this a striking deal for mobile gamers seeking a value for money deal in the midrange segment. Is this then a OnePlus 13R killer?
For those needing a memory refresh, the OnePlus 13R came out early in 2025 as OnePlus’ performance centric midrange offering. Featuring last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, this phone is not far behind in terms of raw performance, at least on paper. Although the 6000mAh battery and 80W wired charging may not look nice on paper, the OnePlus 13R makes up for it with a versatile camera setup.
So, which one should you choose? Is the iQOO Neo 10 the best combo you can grab in this segment or does the OnePlus 13R justify its premium with a list of the extras? Let’s find out.
iQOO Neo 10 vs OnePlus 13R Pricing Overview:
The iQOO Neo 10 is available in four memory and storage configurations:
8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 31,999
8GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 33,999
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 35,999
16GB RAM + 512GB storage: Rs 40,999
As part of a limited-time promotional offer, buyers using select credit or debit cards can avail a Rs 2,000 discount. After applying this launch offer, the effective prices drop to Rs 29,999, Rs 31,999, Rs 33,999, and Rs 38,999 respectively.
The OnePlus 13R is priced as follows:
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 42,999
16GB RAM + 512GB storage: Rs 49,999
The device comes in two shades: Astral Trail and Nebula Noir.
iQOO Neo 10: Specs Breakdown
The iQOO Neo 10 is equipped with a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display offering a sharp 1.5K resolution (1260 × 2800 pixels). It boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch response, and can achieve a maximum brightness of 5,500 nits. Additionally, it features 4,320Hz PWM dimming to reduce eye strain.
It runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and is supported by a separate Q1 chip aimed at enhancing gaming performance. The smartphone is available with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. The software experience is driven by Android 15 layered with Funtouch OS 15.
In terms of photography, the phone is fitted with a 50MP Sony IMX882 main sensor that includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), along with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera. On the front, a 32MP selfie camera handles video calls and self-portraits.
Powering the device is a robust 7,000mAh battery paired with 120W wired fast charging. However, it lacks wireless charging support. iQOO has committed to delivering three Android OS upgrades and four years of security updates for the Neo 10.
OnePlus 13R: Specs Breakdown
The OnePlus 13R comes with a vibrant 6.78-inch ProXDR AMOLED screen featuring LTPO 4.1 technology, which supports a dynamic 120Hz refresh rate and peaks at 4,500 nits in brightness.
It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the same top-tier processor used in the OnePlus 12. The device ships with either 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and offers 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage for fast read/write performance.
The camera module on the back houses a trio of lenses: a 50MP Sony LYT-700 main shooter with OIS, a 50MP telephoto lens (S5KJN5) offering 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide sensor. The front side has a 16MP camera for selfies and video conferencing.
The 13R is fueled by a 6,000mAh battery and supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging. Similar to the Neo 10, it does not offer wireless charging. It runs on OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15 and benefits from the same update policy as the OnePlus 13—three years of major Android updates and four years of security patches.
