iQOO launched the new Z10 Lite 5G smartphone on June 18, 2025, targeting users who want a budget-friendly phone with strong performance, long battery life, and good cameras. The phone is now available in India at a price of just ₹9,999 (about $120 USD).
The iQOO Z10 Lite 5G features a large 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and peak brightness up to 1000 nits. It has a pill-shaped notch for the 5 MP front camera and offers IP64 dust and splash resistance. The phone is also certified for durability with SGS anti-fall and military-grade MIL-STD-810H certifications.
Inside, it runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 GPU. The phone comes with 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM plus virtual RAM expansion, and 128GB or 256GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB via a hybrid SIM slot.
The camera setup includes a 50 MP Sony AI primary sensor paired with a 2 MP depth sensor. AI features like AI Erase and AI Photo Enhance help improve photos. The front camera is 5 MP and can record video at 1080p.
A big 6,000 mAh battery powers the device and supports 15W wired charging. iQOO promises the battery will keep 80% capacity even after 1,600 charging cycles. The phone offers up to 70 hours of music playback or 9+ hours of gaming on a single charge.
The phone runs Android 15 with iQOO’s Funtouch OS 15 skin and comes with two years of Android updates and three years of security patches. Other features include stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and 5G connectivity.
The iQOO Z10 Lite 5G is a strong option for budget-conscious buyers who want a durable phone with good battery life and decent cameras at an affordable price.
