Rumors are swirling about the upcoming launch of the iQoo Neo 8 series and iQoo Pad in China. While the company has not made any official announcements, leaks suggest that a launch event will be held on May 23, and the event will showcase the iQoo Neo 8 and iQoo Neo 8 Pro smartphones as well as the highly anticipated iQoo Pad. Details on the phones and tablet are scarce, but here’s what we know so far.
iQoo Pad Leaks and Rumors
Design and Features
According to a tipster on Weibo, the iQoo Pad will have an all-metal build and feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. The tablet’s front camera will be located on the right side when held vertically to minimize bezel size. A square-shaped camera module on the back will contain a dual-camera setup and an LED flash. The tipster claims that pricing for the iQoo Pad will range between CNY 2,000 – CNY 2,500 (roughly Rs. 23,600 – Rs. 29,500).
Specs
A separate leak on Digital Chat Station suggests that the iQoo Pad will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ SoC, making it a more powerful version of the Vivo Pad 2. While the exact specifications are yet to be confirmed, it’s rumored that the device will feature a high-resolution display with excellent image quality, 5G connectivity, and a long-lasting battery.
iQoo Neo 8 Series: What to Expect
Processor and RAM
The iQoo Neo 8 Pro is expected to feature a high-performance MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ SoC and 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, according to an AnTuTu listing. The device is also listed as having 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage and scored an impressive 1,368,597 points on the benchmark app, which is an excellent indication of its performance.
Display and Camera
The Neo 8 series is also rumored to have a 1.5K resolution display, which would provide users with impressive image quality and clarity. The triple rear camera setup is expected to feature a 50-megapixel primary sensor and support for optical image stabilization (OIS), along with other advanced features.
Charging
Finally, rumors suggest that the iQoo Neo 8 series will feature rapid charging technology with support for 120W fast charging. This would allow the device to be charged quickly and efficiently, ensuring that users can rely on their phone to keep them connected throughout the day, regardless of how much they use it.
The Bottom Line
The iQoo Neo 8 series and iQoo Pad are highly anticipated devices that are expected to launch later this month in China. While the company has not yet released any details, leaks suggest that both devices will offer users a range of advanced features and impressive specs. As May 23 gets closer, fans of the brand are eagerly waiting to see what the company has in store for them.
