iQOO Neo 12
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⚖ Compare with other phones| Brand | iQOO |
|---|---|
| Model | Neo 12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm, octa-core) + Q3 gaming chip |
| RAM | 12/16 |
| Storage | 256/512/1024 |
| Display | 6.83-inch 2K OLED (1440x3200, 185Hz, HDR, 2,200 nits peak) 185Hz refresh rate |
| Rear camera | 50MP main (Sony IMX921, f/1.88, OIS) + 8MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 9,000 mAh |
| Charging | 100W wired + bypass charging |
| Operating system | Android 17 (OriginOS 7) |
| 5G | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | ultrasonic in-display |
| USB type | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Bluetooth | v5.4 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| NFC | Yes |
| OS updates | Not published |
| Security updates | Not published |
| Launch date | 2026-10-28 |
| Gaming verdict | Excellent |
Overview
The iQOO Neo 12 launched in China on 28 October 2026 as a gaming-first flagship. Its headline feature is a built-in active cooling fan tucked into the square rear camera module, working with an 8,200 sq mm vapour chamber to keep the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 at full speed, while the dedicated Q3 gaming chip enables 2K gaming at up to 185fps in more than 50 titles. The 6.83-inch 2K OLED display runs at 185Hz with a 2,200-nit peak and 5,000Hz instant touch sampling, and the 9,000mAh silicon-anode battery supports 100W wired charging plus bypass charging for cooler gaming while plugged in. Photography comes from a 50MP Sony IMX921 main camera with OIS plus an 8MP ultrawide, and a 16MP selfie camera, while the phone is rated IP68 and IP69. On the software side it runs Android 17 with OriginOS 7. It is aimed at competitive mobile gamers who want sustained peak performance and multi-day battery life. No Pakistan price or launch has been announced yet — the China prices start at CNY 4,399 (12/256GB), rising to CNY 6,499 (16/1TB). Colours: Fierce Edge, Shadow Black and Frost Blade Blue.
Gaming review
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 plus Q3 gaming chip with a 185Hz 2K OLED display, an active cooling fan and a 9,000mAh battery make this a serious gaming phone — native 185fps in 50+ titles with bypass charging.
Price notes
Price notes: China-only launch (from CNY 4,399 for 12/256GB); no Pakistan price announced yet
