Poco F7 vs iQOO Neo 10: India’s mid-range smartphone segment has truly become a battlefield these days, where brands are in a full-on race to grab the performance crown. Two recently launched contenders — Poco F7 5G and iQOO Neo 10 — both powered by the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen4. This detailed comparison will tell you in a friendly, masala desi style which phone is the right choice for you in the end, that also fulfils Google E‑E‑AT policy.
Design & Style
The Poco F7 5G comes with a premium finish — Gorilla Glass 7i front and back, along with a solid metal frame. Its look is thick but it fits well in the grip. On the other hand, iQOO Neo 10 is a bit light and compact, it has a Schott Glass front and the back comes with the options of transparent or plastic finish. While Poco gives you a macho feel with its heavy-duty design, Neo 10 has a slim-shim and a bit modern design.
Display & Visuals
Both phones have flagship-like AMOLED display but the specs are different. Poco has a 6.83‑inch screen with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3200nits brightness, which is worth reading even in the sun. iQOO Neo 10 is a little more aggressive – 6.78‑inches 144Hz LTPO display, peak brightness reaches 5500nits. Understand, Neo 10 will shine even more when seen in the sun, and the refresh rate will also give a tremendous smooth feel while gaming/streaming.
Performance & Processor
Both phones have the same engine – Snapdragon 8s Gen4 – which is the heavy lifter chipset of the Android world. Gaming, multitasking, AI tools all run smoothly. Poco F7 comes with 12GB RAM and UFS4.1 storage, on the other hand iQOO Neo 10 gives you the flexibility of up to 16GB RAM and UFS4.0/4.1 storage. What is the difference? With just a little extra RAM in apps or background multitasking, Neo 10 seems a step ahead.
Camera Setup
Both have a 50MP main lens and 8MP ultrawide camera setup – Poco has Sony LYT-600 sensor, while Neo 10 will have Sony IMX882 sensor. For selfies, Poco has a 20MP front camera, but Neo 10 has gone ahead of that and given a 32MP front camera – both will shoot photogenic shots in selfie and evening, but Neo 10’s edge seems a little more in resolution and clarity.
Features & Tech
The Poco F7 comes with HyperOS 2.0 (Android 15), which brings 4 major OS updates and 6 security updates. It also has WildBoost gaming optimization and 3D IceLoop cooling system, which keeps the phone cool while gaming. The iQOO Neo 10 comes with Funtouch OS 15, which brings 3 OS and 4 security updates; it also has AI gaming coach and advanced features, but Poco is slightly ahead in update guarantee.
Battery & Charging
The Poco F7 comes with a massive 7550mAh battery, which supports 90W wired charging and 22.5W reverse wired charging—meaning you can charge other phones or accessories as well. iQOO Neo 10 brings a slightly smaller 7000mAh battery pack but has 120W fast charging, which takes a full charge much faster. The battery life in Poco is better for long-endurance, while the Neo 10 promises a super-fast top-up.
Price & Variants
The launch price of the base variant (12GB/256GB) of Poco F7 5G is ₹31,999 on June 24, 2025. iQOO Neo 10 base variant (8GB/128GB) was also launched on May 26, 2025 at ₹31,999. Poco still offers higher RAM/storage at a better price, while Neo 10 offers premium pricing with higher RAM variants.
Final Verdict
If you want a flagship glass-metal build, a solid battery life, and a great combo of device cooling, then Poco F7 5G is the real value-for-money hit. Performance, display, camera are all top-notch, along with the bonus of long-term updates and reverse charging.
On the other hand, if you want a lightweight phone with speedy charging technology and more RAM option, then iQOO Neo 10 is a penalty-free premium choice—especially for those who play games or use fast-paced productivity apps.
So in the end, your choice will depend on what you want: a phone with more battery interception and build quality or a phone with ultra-fast charging and high RAM—whichever fits in your life and budget, is your champion!