iQOO Z10: The Ultimate Gaming Phone or Just Another Mid-Ranger?

The iQOO Z10 was launched on 11th April 2025 as a successor to the popular mid-range all-rounder, iQOO Z9. This iQOO 5G mobile phone packs a massive 7,300 mAh battery, which is touted to be the largest in the mid-range segment. Apart from a sizable battery, the phone also packs decent specs, including a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and a 120Hz AMOLED display. While the smartphone is available from Rs. 21,999 onwards, you can purchase it at a discounted price from a Bajaj Finserv partner store. You can make the purchase easier on your wallet with Easy EMI payments and flexible tenures.

While the stellar specs of the phone bring compelling upgrades to the sub-25,000 segment, does the iQOO Z10 qualify as the ultimate gaming phone? Or does it remain just a reliable mid-ranger? Let’s have a look at the specs and performance of the handset in detail before we proceed to a verdict.

iQOO Z10: Specs at a glance

The iQOO Z10 5G handset might pack a large battery, but it still manages to remain slim and lightweight. Catering to a modern and stylish generation, the iQOO Z10 features a rounded frame and 40-degree golden curvature design. The MIL-STD-810H-certified body of the handset is designed to ensure prolonged durability and good drop protection.

Let’s look at the general specifications of the iQOO Z10 in detail: 

iQOO Z10 5G: A reliable mid-ranger with gaming standouts

Never-ending battery and quick charging

Marketed as ‘India’s largest battery ever’, the 7,300 mAh high-density battery makes this smartphone a relentless performer. The iQOO Z10 5G is equipped with the brand’s latest BlueVolt 3rd Silicone Anode technology, which offers higher energy density than regular lithium-ion batteries. When tested, this iQOO 5G mobile phone can power up to 15.8 hours of gaming and 35.5 hours of video recording. This means you can use the phone to game for hours without worrying about battery drain. To top it off, the iQOO Z10 packs a 90W FlashCharge support that allows it to refuel from 1% to 50% in just 33 minutes.

Smooth performance and expandable RAM

This iQOO handset runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, which boasts an ultra-efficient 4nm architecture. This chipset is designed to empower smooth multitasking and enhanced gaming without stutters and lags. While this chipset is not ideal for intensive gaming, it can be used to handle games like BGMI with ease. For a quick gaming power boost, you can also use the 12GB RAM Expansion tech onboard.

Quad-curved AMOLED display

The iQOO Z10 flaunts a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution for crisp visuals. This latest iQOO 5G mobile phone also features one of the brightest displays in this price range, with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits! This high peak brightness ensures vivid frames even when you scroll through the phone or game outdoors under direct sunlight. It comes with 3840 PWM dimming to minimise eye strain and ensure comfortable viewing.

Decent cameras

This primary lens is supported by a 2MP Bokeh camera for picture-perfect portrait shots. On the front, this iQOO 5G mobile packs a wide-angle 32MP selfie lens for the perfect group selfie shots.

Thermal protection

Most gaming smartphones come with an active vapour chamber for cooling to prevent overheating during gaming sessions. This iQOO 5G mobile phone achieves this target with its thermally efficient Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. When tested against its peers, the iQOO Z10 manages heat well during gaming and runs cooler.

Ultra-game mode and AI game voice changer

The cutting-edge ultra-game mode on this handset is designed to optimise your gaming experiences. You can use this mode to boost frame rates and ensure touch acceleration for smoother gaming sessions. The iQOO Z10 also packs a new AI game voice changer feature that changes your voice in real-time during gaming to ensure privacy protection and make gaming more fun.

4D game vibrations

This smartphone is designed to teleport you into the gaming world on screen. The 4D game vibrations feature ensures haptic feedback for a console-like gaming experience.

Verdict: iQOO Z10 is the budget gamer’s dream come true

The iQOO Z10 is a true-blue performance beast that is set to dominate the mid-range segment. With prices starting from just Rs. 21,999, this iQOO 5G handset ticks all the boxes on the mid-segment specs sheet, while packing impressive gaming features.

So, if you are a casual gamer looking for a budget-friendly handset that’s capable of handling most games like BGMI with good frame rates, the iQOO Z10 should be your top choice.

How to buy the iQOO Z10 without straining your finances

This iQOO 5G mobile phone retails in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB RAM + ROM variants. The base model is priced at Rs. 21,999, while the top-tier variant costs Rs. 25,999. If you are planning on using the smartphone for gaming, it’s best to opt for the higher RAM + ROM option. If prices have you on the fence, you don’t need to fret.

Purchasing the top-tier variant of the iQOO Z10 won’t cost you a fortune as long as you shop with Bajaj Finserv. All you have to do is visit your closest Bajaj Finserv partner store to get your hands on this smartphone. You can finance your iQOO 5G mobile purchase with Easy EMI plans against flexible repayment tenure options that suit your budget. Since there are over 1.5 lakh partner stores in over 4,000 cities, finding a partner store close to home will be easy.

Shop for iQOO Z10 on Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finserv.