Get ready for iQOO Z10R: launching July 24 in India for under ₹20,000. With Dimensity 7400, 12 GB RAM, 6.77″ 120 Hz quad-curved OLED, 50 MP OIS + 32 MP front, IP68/69 ratings, 90 W charging—it’s a mid-range stormer.
🚀 Launch & Price
- Launch Date: July 24, 2025 (Amazon & iQOO’s online store) Moneycontrol+12mint+12Technetbook | The Tech Experts+12
- Expected Price: Under ₹20,000—probably ₹18,000–₹19,999, slotting between Z10 Lite and Z10x India Today+1India Today+1
- Variants: 8 GB or 12 GB RAM, both with 256 GB storage; likely dual-SIM 5G enabled Gadgets 36091mobiles
📱 Key Specifications
Display & Design
- Screen: 6.77″ Full HD+ quad-curved AMOLED, 120 Hz refresh rate—India’s slimmest at 7.39 mm YouTube+13India Today+13Indiatimes+13
- Colours: Aquamarine (blueish) and Moonstone (grey/silver) Indiatimes+5Gadgets 360+5India Today+5
- Build Quality: IP68 + IP69 water-and-dust resistance, MIL-STD-810H shock certification, dual stereo speakers Wikipedia+3mint+3Indiatimes+3
Performance
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7400 (~750K AnTuTu score) Navbharat Times+12mint+12Indiatimes+12
- Memory: 8/12 GB RAM (plus virtual RAM) + 256 GB UFS storage Indiatimes+14India Today+1491mobiles+14
- Cooling: Graphite thermal spreader, bypass charging to reduce heat while gaming India Today+5India Today+5Gadgets 360+5
Camera & Video
- Rear Cameras: 50 MP Sony IMX882 OIS + 2 MP secondary lens; 4K video support, Aura ring flash for portraits www.bajajfinserv.in+1191mobiles+11Indiatimes+11
- Front Camera: 32 MP selfie cam, also 4K video-ready 91mobiles+1Technetbook | The Tech Experts+1
Battery & Charging
- Battery: 5,700 mAh (some reports suggest 6,000 mAh variant) Hindustan Times
- Charging: 90 W wired fast charge with bypass feature for gaming YouTube+13India Today+13Indiatimes+13
Software & Extras
- OS: Android 15 with Funtouch OS 15 out of the box Indiatimes+7www.bajajfinserv.in+7Wikipedia+7
- Extras: In-display fingerprint scanner, AI Note Assist, stereo speakers, gaming-grade thermal tech
🤔 Why It’s a Smart Buy
- Flagship-like screen & design: 120 Hz quad-curved AMOLED and IP68/69 at mid-range price
- Performance punch: Dimensity 7400 handles gaming and multitasking with ease
- Creator-ready camera rig: 50 MP OIS setup + 4K front camera ideal for vlogging
- Durable build: Military-tough, water/dust-sealed, excellent for rough usage
- Rapid charging & cooling: 90 W fast charge + thermal controls for gamers
🚩 Points to Consider
- Battery is smaller: While dense, it’s less than Z10’s massive 7,300 mAh
- No expandable storage: 256 GB fixed—no microSD slot
- Top-heavy features: If you don’t need 4K video or high refresh rate, consider lower variants
🧭 Verdict
At under ₹20K, iQOO Z10R packs display, performance, durability, and camera tech usually found in ₹25K–₹30K phones. It’s a strong pick especially for gamers, content creators, and anyone seeking robust build quality with flagship features.
- Buy it if you want a sleek, smooth experience with gaming and vlogging in focus.
- Wait if you prefer longer battery life or expandable storage.
✅ FAQs
Q1. What is the real launch date and price?
📅 Launch set for July 24, 2025, priced under ₹20,000 (~₹18–19K) .
Q2. Is the battery enough?
Yes—a 5,700 mAh cell with fast charge offers all-day use for most; not as long-lasting as the Z10’s 7,300 mAh but still solid The Times of IndiaWikipedia.
Q3. Does it support shelf-grade protection?
Yes, it carries IP68 & IP69 ratings and MIL-STD-810H shock resistance Hindustan Times.
Q4. Can it handle gaming?
Absolutely—Dimensity 7400 is smooth for gaming, paired with cooling tech and bypass charging for long sessions.
Q5. Will it get updates?
Yes, you’ll get Android 15 with Funtouch OS 15 and regular updates thereafter.
🏁 Final Take
The iQOO Z10R is shaping up as one of July’s most disruptive releases—a phone under ₹20,000 that doesn’t compromise on flagship-grade features. If you want a phone that performs, records, charges fast and looks premium, this one’s for you
