iQOO Z8x — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

Introduction

The iQOO Z8x (China, September 2023) is the Z8's endurance-focused twin: the same 6.64-inch 120 Hz body, but with a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip, a giant 6000 mAh battery, and 44W charging instead of the Z8's speed-first Dimensity 8200 and 120W setup. Same family look, opposite philosophy.

That twinship is exactly the trap: the Z8x and Z8 look alike and share a name stem, but one is built for battery life and the other for performance. This guide covers the real Z8x with verified specifications, honest Pakistan pricing, and the PTA checks every import buyer must run.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Design and Build Quality

The Z8x mirrors the Z8's footprint at 164.6 × 75.8 × 9.1 mm but carries its 6000 mAh battery at 199.6 g — thick, solid, and reassuring rather than sleek. Black, Blue, and Silver finishes are listed by most sources. The glass front and plastic frame/back keep it durable for daily abuse.

Practical touches abound: side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB Type-C. No official water or dust resistance rating is claimed.

Display Features

The 6.64-inch IPS LCD at 1080 × 2388 with 120 Hz refresh rate is the same smooth, sharp panel formula as the Z8's — well suited to scrolling, video, and the casual gaming this phone targets. ~395 ppi keeps everything crisp.

As with the Z8, the panel is LCD rather than AMOLED, so contrast and blacks trail the Z7 Pro's curved display. For an endurance phone at this price, the screen is a strength, not a compromise.

Processor and Performance

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) with Adreno 710 is a modern, efficient mid-range chip — a meaningful step up from the Snapdragon 695 in the Z7x and Z7s, with four Cortex-A78 performance cores giving it genuine multitasking and gaming headroom. It is not in the Dimensity 8200's league, but it was never meant to be.

The chip's real virtue here is efficiency: paired with the 6000 mAh battery, it delivers the Z8x's defining trait — exceptional endurance without feeling slow. This is the balanced choice between the Z7x's frugality and the Z8's speed.

RAM and Storage

Three variants: 8 GB/128 GB, 8 GB/256 GB, and 12 GB/256 GB with UFS 2.2 storage. Most spec sources list no microSD slot (a few aggregators claim otherwise), so treat expansion as unsupported and buy the storage you need.

8 GB/128 GB covers most users; the 12 GB/256 GB variant is the comfortable pick for heavy multitaskers and gamers who keep many titles installed.

Camera Features

A 50 MP main camera (f/1.8, PDAF) with a 2 MP depth helper — simple, honest, and good in daylight. There is no optical stabilisation and no ultrawide, so set expectations at 'solid everyday shooter' rather than 'camera phone'.

The 8 MP front camera handles selfies and calls, and rear video reaches 4K at 30fps. For a battery-first phone, the camera is better than it needs to be, but photographers should look at the OIS-equipped Z8 or Z7 instead.

Battery and Charging

The 6000 mAh battery is the Z8x's headline: two-day battery life is realistic for typical use, and even demanding days end with charge to spare. Combined with the efficient 4 nm chip, this is the endurance champion of the 2023 Z phones.

44W wired charging is the deliberate trade-off versus the Z8's 120W — refuelling a 6000 mAh cell at 44W takes patience, so overnight charging is the practical routine. No wireless charging.

Software and Updates

Android 13 with OriginOS 3 on China units — verify Google services are working and the interface is in English before buying, as with all China-market imports. Some China-specific apps may be preinstalled.

Update commitments for China units used abroad are not officially confirmed; judge the phone on its current software.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Broad 5G band support (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA), dual 4G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD and aptX Adaptive, and full GNSS positioning cover modern needs well. The 3.5mm jack, USB OTG, and side-mounted fingerprint sensor keep daily use convenient.

NFC is not included — the one connectivity gap worth noting for contactless-payment users.

Variants, Colours and Availability

Variants are 8 GB/128 GB, 8 GB/256 GB, and 12 GB/256 GB in Black, Blue, and Silver. The distinction that matters: the Z8x (Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 6000 mAh, 44W) is the endurance phone; the Z8 (Dimensity 8200, 5000 mAh, 120W) is the performance phone. Sellers listing 'iQOO Z8' generically may be selling either — always confirm the chipset.

The Z8x was a China-only release; Pakistani units are grey-market imports.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

Grey-market estimates centre on roughly Rs. 54,999 (mobileinto, gadinsider) to Rs. 54,142 (technologistan.pk, converted September 2026), with wider outliers on both sides. That positions it as strong value for a 6000 mAh 5G phone — confirm the live quote, variant, and PTA-tax inclusion with the seller.

iQOO has never officially launched in Pakistan, so every unit sold here is a grey-market import. That has three consequences: first, PTA/DIRBS approval is per device and per IMEI — you must check the exact handset's status and factor in any applicable PTA tax before it will work on Pakistani networks; second, there is no iQOO Pakistan warranty, so after-sales support depends entirely on the seller; third, prices below are unofficial grey-market estimates that move with the dollar rate and import costs, not official retail prices. You can learn how PTA approval works on our PTA approval guide and how to check an IMEI on our IMEI check guide.

Main Advantages and Limitations

The Z8x's strengths:

• 6000 mAh battery — two-day endurance for typical users.
• Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) — modern, efficient, genuinely capable.
• 120 Hz 6.64-inch display — smooth and sharp.
• 3.5mm jack + wide 5G bands — practical and future-ready.
• 4K rear video — uncommon at this endurance-first price.

The compromises:

• Only 44W charging — slow refuelling for a 6000 mAh cell.
• No OIS, no ultrawide — basic camera versatility.
• LCD panel — not AMOLED contrast.
• No microSD (per most sources), no NFC — check against your needs.
• Grey-market only — no official warranty; PTA status per device.

Who Should Consider This Phone?

The Z8x is for buyers who want the Z8's modern platform and screen but rank battery life first: travellers, field workers, hotspot sharers, and heavy users tired of charging anxiety. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 means it never feels like a compromise in daily speed.

Performance purists should pay the step up to the Z8; display purists should consider the Z7 Pro; and warranty-first buyers should compare officially launched alternatives with PTA-approved status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the iQOO Z8x in Pakistan?

Estimates centre around Rs. 54,142–54,999 (technologistan.pk, mobileinto, gadinsider), with wider outliers. Confirm the live price, exact variant, and whether PTA tax is included.

Which processor does the iQOO Z8x use?

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) with Adreno 710 — a modern efficient chip, a step above the Snapdragon 695 but below the Z8's Dimensity 8200.

What are its RAM and storage options?

8 GB/128 GB, 8 GB/256 GB, and 12 GB/256 GB (UFS 2.2). Most sources list no microSD slot, so choose storage carefully.

How good is the camera?

The 50 MP main camera is solid in daylight with 4K video; there is no OIS and no ultrawide, so it is an everyday shooter rather than a photographer's tool.

What is the battery capacity and charging speed?

6000 mAh with 44W wired charging — exceptional endurance, but refuelling takes a while; overnight charging is the practical routine.

Does it support 5G?

Yes — broad 5G SA/NSA band support (1/3/5/8/28/38/40/41/77/78) plus dual 4G. Note: no NFC.

Is the iQOO Z8x PTA approved?

Approval is per device/IMEI. It is a China-only release with no Pakistani launch — verify the exact handset's PTA/DIRBS status and tax before buying.

Is it available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?

Imported availability varies. Contact the store and specify the Z8x (Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 6000 mAh) — not the Z8 — to avoid the sibling mix-up.

Final Verdict and How to Buy

The iQOO Z8x is the endurance answer to the Z8's performance question: same modern platform feel and 120 Hz screen, but with a 6000 mAh battery that simply outlasts everything else here. The 44W charging and basic cameras are the honest price of that endurance.

Verify the Z8x identity (Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 6000 mAh — not the Z8), the software setup on the China unit, and the IMEI's PTA status. Battery-first buyers will find it hard to beat.

To confirm the latest price, the exact variant in stock, and the PTA status of the iQOO Z8x at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, see our iQOO Z8x product page, visit our store at Shop No. 6, First Floor, Iqra Plaza, Railway Road, Rahim Yar Khan (open Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM), call us on +92 305 8452080 or +92 321 4086841, or message us on WhatsApp. Because this is an imported model, always verify the chipset, RAM/storage variant, and PTA approval of the actual unit with the store before paying.