In India, iQOO has unveiled yet another mid-range handset aimed at gamers. The new smartphone, which starts at Rs. 29,999, features the fastest chipset in its price range (Qualcomm Snapdragon 870), as well as a 120Hz Super AMOLED display and quick 80W charging. A 64MP OIS-enabled triple-lens camera capable of filming 4K 60fps footage with some decent stabilisation options is also included in the inexpensive 5G-enabled gaming handset.
PROS Vibrant 120Hz AMOLED Display Lag-Free Gaming & Multitasking Good Primary Camera Output 80W Fast-Charging CONS Uninspiring Design Average Secondary Cameras
At Rs. 30,000, you get a couple additional fascinating hardware features as well as the latest Android 12 OS. Should you buy the iQOO Neo 6 if you're looking for a sub-$30,000 phone? Let's find out.
Smooth Gaming & Lag-Free Day-to-Day Performance with the X-Factor Because of the ancient, yet flagship SoC underneath, the iQOO Neo 6 lives up to its mid-range gaming smartphone label. Even in 2022, the Snapdragon 870 for a device around Rs. 30K is an amazing CPU unit at this pricing point. The fast processor and plenty of LPDDR5 memory provide smooth processing and multitasking.
You can play the most graphically demanding games, such as BGMI and COD Mobile, as well as new titles like Apex Legends, at the maximum graphics settings without experiencing any performance concerns. The gadget handled the graphics brilliantly when we played BGMI in HDR mode with the FPS set to extreme. COD Mobile and other popular game titles are in the same boat. On the FHD+ AMOLED display, Asphalt 9's bright aesthetics and graphics appeared highly immersive.
The good haptic feedback is also useful for creating an immersive gaming experience. Not only does the phone excel at gaming, but it also excels at difficult day-to-day work. Multitasking is seamless, and even the most demanding programmes and tasks, like as 4K video recording and editing, run smoothly.
Cooler than Most High-End Smartphones
The iQOO Neo 6 boasts a better heat dissipation mechanism than most current flagship handsets, including the Vivo X80 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC-powered devices.
The SD870 SoC creates less heat than the latest Qualcomm processors, and the iQOO Neo 6's effective thermal performance are the main reasons for this. The phone has a five-layer three-dimensional graphite cooling system, which allows it to transport heat more efficiently than other recent flagships.
The Excellent Vivid and Fluid Display
The Neo 6's brilliant and agile AMOLED screen deserves the majority of the credit for the engaging experience. The display is a 6.62-inch E4 AMOLED panel with vibrant colours and deep blacks. This panel's colours pop, allowing for immersive visuals when playing graphics-intensive games like Apex Legends and COD Mobile. Thanks to a 360Hz touch sampling rate and 120Hz refresh rate, the display registers even the tiniest touch while gaming or using the phone in general.
Moving on, the display is also suitable for watching videos. The AMOLED display of the Neo 6 supports HDR10+ and is WideVine L1 certified, so you can watch HDR content on approved OTT apps.
Good Ergonomics and a Good-Looking Phone
While the iQOO Neo 6 doesn't break any new ground in terms of design, it does look excellent and has outstanding ergonomics. Despite its large and tall size, the handset is easy to use with one hand because to the device's curved back panel and well-managed weight distribution. There are no sharp edges or corners that could hinder one-handed use while games or basic tasks. The handset fits snugly around your wrist.
Features of Good Audio Setup and Decent Connectivity
The lack of a separate audio connector is compensated for by the stereo speaker configuration. The handset's two speakers deliver clean, strong audio that may fill a room; however, for immersive gaming and movie streaming, headphones are recommended.
The Bad Design Isn't Appealing To Gamers
The iQOO Neo 6 lacks the gaming phone attraction of most iQOO mid-range devices. There are no game-specific design elements, and the device appears to be identical to any other smartphone. In comparison, the Poco F3 GT features a more appealing design and a distinctive game-centric design that appeals to a wider audience.
