Launched on July 24, 2025, in India, the iQOO Z10R 5G delivers flagship-level features under ₹20,000, starting at ₹19,499 for the 8 GB + 128 GB variant. With launch offers offering ₹2,000 bank discounts or exchange bonuses, the effective price can be reduced to ₹17,499, and buyers can opt for six-month no-cost EMIs.
Equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset built on a 4 nm process, the phone supports up to 12 GB RAM (expandable with virtual RAM) and up to 256 GB UFS 2.2 storage. Thermal performance is enhanced through a large graphite cooling chamber and multiple temperature sensors.
iQOO Z10R 5G offers a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits brightness, and SCHOTT Xensation glass protection. The slim profile of 7.39 mm and 183.5 g weight gives it a premium and ergonomic feel.
The iQOO Z10R 5G features a 50MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 32MP front camera supporting 4K video. AI-enhanced tools like AI Erase 2.0, Photo Enhance, Circle to Search, and AI Note Assist improve the photography experience further.
Battery capacity sits at 5,700 mAh with fast charging support (44 W advertised, with some sources citing 90 W). The phone can reportedly reach 50% charge in approximately 33 minutes and supports up to roughly 26 hours of video streaming or nine hours of continuous gaming on a full charge.
Durability features include dual water and dust resistance with IP68/IP69 certification, MIL‑STD‑810H military‑grade drop protection, and SGS five‑star anti‑fall certification—rare in this price range.
It ships with Android 15 layered with Funtouch OS 15 and comes with guaranteed support for two years of Android OS updates and three years of security patches. The phone also includes a dual‑SIM 5G setup, stereo speakers, an in‑display fingerprint sensor, and modern connectivity like Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Ideal for students and content creators on a budget, the iQOO Z10R 5G stitches together a compelling mix of battery life, display quality, rugged design, and AI-enhanced camera features to redefine the sub‑₹20,000 smartphone segment in India.
