The iQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition (also known as the iQOO Neo5 Lite) is the latest addition to iQOO's Neo5 lineup, bringing flagship-grade internals to a more accessible price point in China. With a Snapdragon 870 processor, a 48MP triple rear camera, and a high-refresh-rate 144Hz display, this phone is designed to deliver serious performance without breaking the bank.
iQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition: Price and Availability
The iQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition launched in China with three storage configurations. The base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at 2,299 Chinese Yuan (approximately Rs 26,000). The mid-tier 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model comes in at 2,499 Chinese Yuan (around Rs 28,300). The top-end 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is priced at 2,699 Chinese Yuan (about Rs 30,500). The phone is available in two colour options: Polar Night Black and Ice Peak White.
Display and Design
The handset features a 6.56-inch LCD display with Full HD+ resolution at 1080x2400 pixels. The screen sports a 20:9 aspect ratio and a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and fast-scrolling content. The device dimensions are 163.97 x 75.53 x 8.93 millimetres and it weighs 198.3 grams. A side-mounted fingerprint scanner is integrated into the power button on the right edge for quick and secure unlocking.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the iQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 mobile platform, which can also dynamically expand RAM by up to 1GB for smoother multitasking. Onboard storage goes up to 256GB. Keeping the lights on is a 4500mAh battery that supports 44W rapid charging. iQOO claims the fast-charge technology can juice the battery up to 70 percent in just 33 minutes.
Camera System
On the rear, the phone sports a vertical triple-camera module. The primary sensor is a 48-megapixel shooter with an F/1.79 aperture, accompanied by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro lens. For selfies, there is a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Photography features include night scene mode, portrait mode, short video, time-lapse photography, slow-motion video up to 1080p, and video recording up to 4K resolution.
Software and Connectivity
The device runs Android 11-based OriginOS 1.0 out of the box. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The handset also supports dual SIM and features stereo speakers for an immersive audio experience.
Full Specifications of the iQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.56-inch LCD, 1080x2400 pixels, 144Hz, 20:9 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| RAM | 8GB or 12GB (expandable by up to 1GB virtually) |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB |
| Rear Camera | 48MP (F/1.79) + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery | 4500mAh with 44W fast charging |
| OS | Android 11, OriginOS 1.0 |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB-C, 3.5mm jack |
| Dimensions | 163.97 x 75.53 x 8.93 mm, 198.3g |
| Colours | Polar Night Black, Ice Peak White |
| Price (China) | From 2,299 Yuan (~Rs 26,000) |
