iQOO is gearing up to expand its smartphone lineup in China with two new models, the iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and iQOO Z11S, both scheduled to launch on August 18.
The Neo 11 Ultra is positioned as the more powerful model, while the Z11S is expected to focus heavily on battery life and display comfort.
iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is already available for pre-orders in China through the Vivo China online store. The smartphone is confirmed to arrive in three colour options and is expected to feature a large 9,100mAh battery, a 2K flat display and high-end hardware aimed at gaming and demanding users.
The Neo 11 Ultra could be powered by an unreleased MediaTek Dimensity 9500M chipset. If this chipset debuts with the phone, it could become one of the key highlights of the device, particularly for users looking for flagship-level performance.
The phone is also expected to feature a 6.83-inch flat display with 2K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, which has been associated with the Z11S, while the Neo 11 Ultra is expected to focus on a high-resolution panel designed for gaming and multimedia.
On the camera front, the Neo 11 Ultra could feature a dual-camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP secondary sensor. A 16MP front camera is expected to handle selfies and video calls through a punch-hole cutout.
The smartphone is expected to run Android 16 with Vivo's latest OriginOS 6 interface. It may also come with a charging adapter, protective case and charging cable in the box.
iQOO Z11S
Meanwhile, the iQOO Z11S is expected to take a slightly different approach. The phone could be aimed at users who prioritise battery endurance while still offering a large 6.83-inch display. It is tipped to use the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 chipset with up to 12GB of RAM.
iQOO Z11S is also expected to feature a 144Hz display with eye-care technologies, including full-brightness DC-like dimming and 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming.
Its vertically arranged dual-camera module and three colour options are also expected to distinguish the phone visually.
What Makes the Two Phones Different?
The two upcoming models appear to target different types of buyers. The Neo 11 Ultra is expected to be the performance-focused option, combining a 2K display, a potentially flagship MediaTek chipset, a large battery and fast charging. This could make it particularly attractive to gamers and users who regularly run demanding applications.
The Z11S, on the other hand, appears to prioritise endurance and comfortable viewing. Its large display, 144Hz refresh rate and eye-care features could appeal to users who spend long periods watching videos, browsing social media or gaming.
Will the iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and Z11S Launch in India?
For Indian buyers, there may be little reason to wait for these two models at the moment. iQOO has not confirmed an India launch for either smartphone, and the Neo 11 series itself has yet to make its way to the Indian market.
For now, both the iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and iQOO Z11S are expected to remain China-focused launches, with more details likely to emerge when the phones are officially unveiled on August 18.
