iQOO Neo (2019) — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The original iQOO Neo from 2019 was the phone that started the Neo line: a Snapdragon 845 gaming phone with a 4,500mAh battery, 22.5W charging, and a triple camera, sold only in China. Seven years later it survives purely as an ultra-budget used buy in Pakistan. This guide covers its verified specifications and the honest reality of buying a 2019 phone in 2026.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Detail
Brand / Model	iQOO Neo (released July 2019, China only)
Price in Pakistan	Pakistan sites list roughly Rs. 71,400 (dated, unverified); China launch price was CNY 1,798 (~$261) — used-only in 2026; confirm with store
Display	6.38-inch Super AMOLED, 1080 x 2340, 19.5:9, waterdrop notch
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (10 nm), octa-core up to 2.8 GHz, Adreno 630
Network	4G LTE only — no 5G (2019 hardware)
RAM / Storage	6GB or 8GB RAM; 64GB or 128GB storage (microSD expansion reported by some sources, unconfirmed)
Rear camera	12MP (Sony IMX363, main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (depth)
Front camera	12MP
Battery	4,500mAh with 22.5W FlashCharge (50% in ~30 min claimed)
Dimensions / Weight	Not officially confirmed in verified sources
Operating system	Android 9 (Pie) with Funtouch OS 9 at launch — no modern update path
Colours	Carbon Black, Electro-optic Violet

Design and Build Quality

The 2019 Neo uses a glass-back design with a waterdrop notch on its 6.38-inch AMOLED — very much a phone of its era. Gaming touches included touch acceleration on the digitizer, 4D vibration feedback, and a vapour-chamber-plus-graphite cooling system that vivo claimed ran 3°C cooler than rival Snapdragon 845 phones. Exact dimensions and weight were not confirmed in the verified sources consulted.

Display Features

The 6.38-inch Super AMOLED panel runs at 1080 x 2340 (19.5:9) with an in-display fingerprint sensor — premium features for a 2019 mid-ranger. It is a standard 60Hz panel: no high refresh rate, which is the first thing you'll notice coming from any modern phone. Colour and contrast remain decent for media, but brightness can't match current displays outdoors.

Processor and Performance

The Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) was the 2018 flagship chip — still usable in 2026 for calls, WhatsApp, YouTube, and light apps, but far behind modern chips in efficiency and AI tasks. Heavy games from the last few years will struggle, and the 10 nm process is power-hungry by today's standards. iQOO's Multi-Turbo software suite (AI Turbo, Game Turbo, Cooling Turbo) was its gaming pitch at launch.

RAM and Storage

Configurations were 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 64GB, and 8GB + 128GB. One source reported microSD expansion, but this was not confirmed across sources — treat it as unverified. For a 2026 used buy, the 8GB + 128GB unit is the only configuration worth considering, and even then storage will feel tight.

Camera Features

The triple rear camera pairs a 12MP Sony IMX363 main sensor (a well-regarded sensor in its day) with an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP depth sensor; the front camera is 12MP. Daylight photos are acceptable, but night performance, dynamic range, and video quality are far behind any modern phone. Buy this phone for basic use — not for its camera.

Battery and Charging

The 4,500mAh battery was large for 2019 and supports 22.5W FlashCharge (vivo claimed 50% in about 30 minutes). The critical caveat: any unit you find in 2026 has a 7-year-old battery. Expect significantly reduced capacity unless the battery was replaced — ask the seller directly, and test real screen-on time before paying.

Software and Updates

This is the biggest limitation: the phone launched on Android 9 (Pie) with Funtouch OS 9, and there is no official path to modern Android. Many current apps — including some banking apps — require newer Android versions or recent security patches. Verify that the apps you need actually install and run on the exact unit before buying. This alone rules it out as a primary phone for most buyers.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/GLONASS, NFC, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack — a rarity worth noting. In-display fingerprint sensor plus face unlock. There is no 5G, and never will be: the Snapdragon 845 has no 5G modem.

Variants, Colours and Availability

Four China-market configurations (6GB/8GB RAM × 64GB/128GB storage) in Carbon Black and Electro-optic Violet. The iQOO Neo was sold only in China in 2019 and never officially launched in Pakistan. Any unit in Pakistan in 2026 is a used import, at least seven years old, with no brand warranty of any kind.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

Pakistan price sites list the iQOO Neo around Rs. 71,400, but this is a dated, unverified estimate — and frankly, paying anywhere near that for a 7-year-old used phone with Android 9 would be poor value. Its China launch price was just CNY 1,798 (~$261). Realistic used prices should be far lower; treat any listing near the site estimate with scepticism and confirm a sensible used price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

PTA: PTA approval applies per device and IMEI, not per model. Before paying, send the phone's IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" status. See how to check PTA approval, how to check IMEI, and how to buy a used mobile safely.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• AMOLED display with in-display fingerprint — unusual for the ultra-budget used tier
• Snapdragon 845 still handles basic apps and calls
• 3.5mm headphone jack
• Vapour-chamber cooling and gaming software for its era
• Should be very cheap as a used buy — if priced accordingly

Limitations:

• Android 9 with no update path — many modern apps may not work
• 4G only, no 5G ever
• 7-year-old batteries will be degraded
• 60Hz display, dated cameras
• Never officially launched in Pakistan — no warranty, per-device PTA check needed

Who Should Consider This Phone?

Good fit: almost nobody as a primary phone — at best, a collector of iQOO history or someone needing the cheapest possible AMOLED-screen backup phone, bought at a genuinely low used price after verifying working apps and battery.

Look elsewhere if: you need a daily driver — any modern budget phone in the all mobiles collection will outperform it in software support, battery, and camera. Consider exchanging toward something newer instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of iQOO Neo (2019) in Pakistan?

Sites list around Rs. 71,400, but this is a dated, unverified estimate — a 7-year-old used unit should cost far less. Confirm a realistic used price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

Is the iQOO Neo officially available in Pakistan?

No. It was sold only in China in 2019 and never officially launched in Pakistan.

Does it support 5G?

No. The Snapdragon 845 is a 4G-only chip — this phone will never support 5G.

What Android version does it run?

Android 9 (Pie) with Funtouch OS 9 at launch, with no official path to modern Android. Check app compatibility on the exact unit.

What processor does it use?

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) with Adreno 630 graphics.

Is the battery still good after 7 years?

Unlikely at original capacity. Ask whether the battery was replaced and test screen-on time in person before paying.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device. SMS the unit's IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" before paying.

Is it available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?

Check the iQOO Neo product page or WhatsApp +92 305 8452080 for availability and price.

Final Verdict

The 2019 iQOO Neo is a museum piece that happens to still turn on: AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 845, headphone jack — but Android 9, no 5G, and a 7-year-old battery make it a poor primary phone in 2026. Only consider it as a cheap backup at a genuinely low price, after verifying your essential apps work on it.

Call to Action

See the iQOO Neo (2019) at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse the all mobiles collection, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price, PTA verification, and the 7-day check warranty on used units. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store and inspect the phone in hand before you buy.