IQOO is preparing to launch its next gaming-focused smartphone in China, with the upcoming iQOO Neo 12 set to focus on performance, display technology, and battery life.
Ahead of its debut, the company has revealed a new colour option, while several key specifications have also surfaced.
The smartphone is expected to feature Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon chipset, a high-refresh-rate display, and a large battery with fast charging support.
iQOO Neo 12 Launch Date and Design
The iQOO Neo 12 will launch in China on October 28 at 7 PM local time, with sales scheduled to begin shortly after the announcement.
One of the highlighted finishes is called Zhengfeng, featuring a dynamic rear-panel texture that creates a flowing light effect depending on the viewing angle. iQOO has also collaborated with the China Academy of Art on a new colour option.
The smartphone features a square rear camera module and a metal frame, giving it a distinctive design. The company is positioning the Neo 12 as a performance-oriented device aimed at mobile gamers.
iQOO Neo 12 Specifications and Features (Expected)
The iQOO Neo 12 is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with iQOO’s dedicated Q3 gaming chip and an upgraded Monster Super Core Engine. Its Ice Dome cooling system will include an active cooling fan to help manage temperatures during intensive gaming sessions.
The smartphone will debut a 2K display with a 185Hz refresh rate, using pTSF light-emitting technology. The panel is rated for up to 2,200 nits of full-screen peak brightness and includes XDR dynamic range enhancement, circular polarisation technology, and a 1-nit sleep screen. It will also use the same touch chip as the iQOO 16, supporting instant touch sampling rates of up to 5,000Hz and multi-touch sampling rates of up to 500Hz.
Powering the device will be a 9,000mAh Blue Ocean battery featuring fifth-generation silicon-anode technology and a single-cell design. With an energy density of 916Wh/L, the battery will support 100W wired charging.
For gaming, iQOO claims the Neo 12 can run supported titles at 2K resolution and 185 frames per second (fps), combining super-resolution with frame interpolation. The device is also expected to support more than 50 native 185fps games, full-scene ray tracing, and Q-Flex controls.