On October 10, iQOO commenced nationwide reservations in China for its latest device, the iQOO Pad Pro. This compact tablet, featuring an 8.8-inch display, weighs a mere 298 grams.
Distinctively, iQOO has tailored this device with a focus on gaming performance rather than conventional media consumption or productivity tasks.
According to ITHome, a product manager from iQOO, via Weibo under the handle @iQOO慧慧子, the tablet integrates the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor in conjunction with iQOO’s proprietary Q3 gaming co-chip.Image: iQOO, via Gizmochina
With its lightweight design, the Pad Pro resembles more of a large smartphone than a traditional tablet. iQOO asserts that robust hardware does not necessitate an oversized form factor.
The Pad Pro follows the release of the iQOO Pad Ultra by a month and occupies a position just below it within the product lineup. The Ultra is equipped with the more advanced Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor.
At present, no pricing details for the Pad Pro have been disclosed, insinuating that its classification is more about hardware hierarchy than an officially announced lower price point.
Specifications of the iQOO Pad Pro
- Display: 8.8 inches, resolution and refresh rate yet to be revealed
- Weight: 298 grams
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, augmented by iQOO’s Q3 gaming co-chip
- Cooling: incorporates an active cooling fan alongside passive cooling technologies
- Charging: supports up to 66W, as inferred from a China 3C certification for model iPA2693, tentatively linked with the Pad Pro, although iQOO has not confirmed this wattage
- Availability: reservations are currently open in China, with the official launch anticipated within this month
iQOO Neo 12: Company Confirms Key Details
The core specifications of the Neo 12 remain unchanged since their initial leak reported by AndroidPure on October 9.
However, the credibility has shifted as iQOO now provides this information through its own Weibo promotions, reiterating the aforementioned display, chipset, and cooling attributes. ITHome documented these announcements separately on October 9 and 10.
Two aspects that emerge with newfound clarity are the confirmation of a 9,000mAh battery and the designation of the active cooling system, branded as Ice Dome.
This system features a circular rear vent and an innovative airflow channel design. Additionally, iQOO has reported the unveiling of a square camera module, signifying iQOO’s intent to position the Neo series as a secondary flagship line complementing its primary numbered devices.
- Display: 2K resolution, 185Hz refresh rate, utilizing Visionox’s fourth-generation pTSF panel technology
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 coupled with the iQOO Q3 gaming co-chip
- Cooling: features an Ice Dome active cooling system with a circular rear vent and reimagined airflow channel
- Battery: 9,000mAh capacity
- Design: square rear camera module, according to iHome
- Charging: supports up to 100W, as per the 3C certification for model V2618A; this figure remains unconfirmed by iQOO
Pricing and Availability Considerations
As of October 10, several key details that typically influence consumer purchasing decisions remain conspicuously absent.
Information regarding camera sensors, memory configurations, and pricing has yet to be revealed for both devices.
iQOO asserts that both products will debut in China this month without specifying precise dates, and there are no indications of release plans for the Indian market. Currently, reservations for the Pad Pro are the only option available.
Source link: Androidpure.com.
