iQOO has launched the Z9x 5G in India, a budget smartphone focusing on long battery life, a smooth display, and decent performance. The phone was launched in China last month. Let’s check out its specifications.
iQOO Z9x 5G Specifications:
iQOO Z9x 5G features a 6.72-inch Full HD+ (2408 x 1080 pixels) LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and 393 PPI pixel density. Additionally, the display boasts a peak brightness of 1000 nits, making it viewable even in bright outdoor conditions. It also features Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification which helps to reduce eye strain.
The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 4nm processor, paired with Adreno 710 GPU. While not a top-of-the-line chipset, it should be sufficient for everyday tasks and light gaming.
The device comes with 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM with 128GB and 256GB inbuilt storage (UFS 2.2). iQOO is also offering up to 8GB virtual expandable RAM which utilizes storage space to improve multitasking performance. The storage can be extended up to 1TB further via a microSD card.
The iQOO Z9x 5G runs Android 14 out of the box with Funtouch OS 14 on top. It boasts a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers with Hi-Res Audio certification. The phone also features a five-layer 3D cooling system to keep thermals in check during intense gaming sessions. It also comes with some cool features like App Retainer to restore background apps to their previous state and Hidden Photos for added privacy.
Coming to the optics, the phone features a unique porthole-shaped dual camera setup at the back. The setup features a 50MP main sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, an 8MP camera with f/2.05 aperture handles selfies and video calls. While the camera setup might seem basic, iQOO emphasizes the phone’s AI capabilities for capturing decent photos. The 8GB RAM variant can also record videos up to 4K.
The star of the show might be the massive 6000mAh battery. The company claims the phone can deliver up to 21 hours of video playback, 71 hours of music playback, and 30 hours of social media scrolling on a single charge.
The phone supports 44W FlashCharge fast charging to quickly replenish the battery when needed. Additionally, iQOO highlights a four-year battery health guarantee and an anti-aging charging algorithm to extend the battery’s lifespan.
Z9x 5G features a lightweight design despite the large battery, measuring only 7.99mm thin and weighing 199g. The phone is also IP64 rated for dust and water resistance, so you can use it worry-free in light rain or dusty environments.
iQOO Z9x offers a range of connectivity options including Hybrid Dual SIM, 5G support, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C. It also includes a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor for secure and quick biometric authentication.
Pricing and Availablity
The iQOO Z9x 5G comes in two color options: Tornado Green and Storm Grey. Pricing starts at ₹12,999 (around $156) for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage model costs ₹14,499 ($174), while the top-end 8GB RAM + 128GB storage option is priced at ₹15,999 ($192). The phones will be up for sale on 21st May through iQOO’s online India store and Amazon.in.
iQOO Z9x 5G also boasts exciting bank offers. Customers can get a flat ₹1,000 instant discount on ICICI Bank and SBI credit/debit cards and EMI purchases, or a flat ₹500 coupon discount on Amazon.in for the 6GB and 8GB RAM variants.
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