iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro Review: Great Value with a Few Quirks

The iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro—soon to debut in India as the iQOO Neo 10—brings a surprising mix of flagship performance, a massive battery, and aggressive pricing. But is it truly the value champion it appears to be? Let’s break down the features, performance, and compromises that come with this powerhouse.

Unboxing: More Than the Basics

Right out of the box, iQOO makes a good impression. Along with the phone, you get a quick start guide, a soft case, a SIM tool, and a standout 120W Vivo Flash Charger with a USB-C to USB-C cable. Notably, the charger supports 100W PPS, meaning it can even power a laptop—ideal for travelers who want to pack light.

Battery & Design: Huge Power, Slim Package

The headline feature? A 7,000mAh battery—something rarely seen in this form factor. Despite the size, the phone remains impressively slim, just over 8mm thick, thanks to silicon carbon battery tech. And yes, Indian buyers will get the full 7,000mAh capacity—no regional downgrade.

Charging is blazing fast: 40% in 15 minutes, and a full top-up in 35. Even with such a huge battery, the phone remains sleek and comfortable to hold, partly due to the chamfered frame and curved back. The fingerprint sensor could have been positioned slightly higher, but ergonomics are otherwise solid.

The flaming orange variant stands out—easily the most visually exciting of the color options. While the back and frame are plastic, the matte finish resists fingerprints and gives the phone a premium look. At a little over 200 grams, it’s not featherweight but still manageable. It’s even rated IP65 for basic water and dust resistance.

Performance: Powerful, but Throttled

Under the hood, the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 platform—a chip that balances flagship-level power with efficiency. During stress testing, it peaked at around 43°C, which is manageable. However, the phone lost over 60% of its peak performance after 20 minutes, suggesting aggressive thermal throttling.

In contrast to competitors like the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, which allows for more heat in favor of stability, iQOO has chosen a conservative thermal strategy to keep the device cool. If you’re planning long gaming sessions, consider investing in an external cooler—it makes a noticeable difference in sustained performance.

Still, the hardware is no slouch. It features LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, and a Q1 chip for frame interpolation and resolution upscaling, ensuring a smooth user experience in everyday tasks.

Software & Display: Smooth and Bright

Performance in day-to-day use is snappy and responsive, thanks in part to the 144Hz AMOLED display. While some users might miss 90Hz or 120Hz options, the panel itself is excellent: 6.78 inches, 1.5K resolution, and up to 2,000 nits of brightness in auto mode. iQOO claims a peak of 4,400 nits for HDR, which is quite impressive.

For those sensitive to OLED flicker, iQOO includes 2,160Hz PWM dimming by default. Dive into developer settings, and you’ll find options for 4,320Hz PWM or full DC-like dimming, making this display friendly even for extended use.

Cameras: Decent Still Photos, Weak Video

Photography is where the phone shows its budget roots. The 50MP Sony IMX sensor handles stills reasonably well, with good dynamic range and detail. However, iQOO tends to boost saturation on the main lens, making colors look slightly unnatural compared to the more neutral ultrawide shooter.

Speaking of the ultrawide—it’s just 8MP, with no autofocus and no macro support. Low-light performance is acceptable from the primary camera, but video is where the device disappoints. Although 4K at 60fps is available, you’ll run into jitter, electronic stabilization issues, and noticeable focus hunting.

Final Verdict: Is the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro Worth It?

There’s a lot to like about the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro. The huge battery, fast charging, high refresh rate AMOLED screen, and overall performance make it a compelling package—especially at its expected price point.

However, thermal throttling limits its gaming potential without extra cooling, and the camera system—particularly video—isn’t up to flagship standards.

Pros:

• Huge 7,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging
• Slim design despite the battery size
• Bright and smooth AMOLED display
• LPDDR5X + UFS 4.1 + Q1 chip = fast performance

Cons:

• Performance throttling under stress
• Disappointing video capabilities
• Plastic build (though premium finish)

If you’re a casual user who values battery life and general speed, this phone hits the sweet spot. But if you’re after high-end gaming or camera performance, you might want to look elsewhere—or invest in some accessories.