iQOO Z10 5G Review: Price in India, 7300mAh Battery, Snapdragon Performance, and Camera Test.

In 2026, we’ve seen everything—foldables, AI-integrated chips, and 200MP cameras. But the one thing that still stresses us out? Battery life. iQOO has officially ended that anxiety with the iQOO Z10.

Launched at a starting price of ₹21,999 (effectively ₹19,999 with bank offers), this phone doesn’t just have a big battery—it has a monstrous 7300mAh cell. The real truth is, while other brands are busy removing chargers or giving you slim 4500mAh batteries, iQOO has packed a small power bank inside a phone. But wait! Don’t waste your money if you think a bigger battery means a bulky, ugly brick. At just 7.89mm thin, this phone is a design miracle. Let’s dive into whether this “Endurance King” actually has the brains (performance) and eyes (camera) to match its heart.

2. QUICK SPECS TABLE

3. DESIGN & BUILD (Deep Dive)

When I first heard about a 7300mAh battery, I expected a device as thick as a dictionary. I was wrong.

• Weight & Dimensions: The iQOO Z10 weighs exactly 199 grams and is only 7.89mm thick. For context, that’s thinner than most phones with 5000mAh batteries from two years ago.
• BlueVolt Technology: The secret lies in the 3rd-Gen Silicon Anode battery tech. It’s significantly denser than traditional lithium-ion, allowing iQOO to cram more power into a smaller physical space.
• The In-Hand Feel: It features a 40° Golden Curvature design on the back. It fits into the palm perfectly. However, the “Stellar Black” version is a fingerprint magnet—the real truth is, you should go for the Glacier Silver if you hate smudges.
• Build Material: It’s a high-quality polycarbonate frame with “Shield Glass” on the front, which has been double-strengthened to survive accidental drops.

4. DISPLAY & VISUALS

This isn’t just a battery phone; it’s a content-viewing machine.

• Brightness: iQOO claims a 5000 nits local peak brightness. In plain English: even under the harsh Delhi sun at 2 PM, you can read your emails or watch YouTube without squinting.
• Eye Care: It uses 3840Hz PWM Dimming. If you are a late-night scroller, this is a blessing as it reduces screen flicker that causes eye strain.
• Colors: You get a 10-bit panel with Netflix and Prime Video HDR support. The blacks are deep, and the colors are punchy, though the “Bright” mode can sometimes look a bit oversaturated.

5. PERFORMANCE & GAMING

Under the hood, we have the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. It’s a 4nm chip that prioritizes efficiency over raw, unbridled power.

• Gaming Performance: In BGMI, the phone comfortably hits 60 FPS on “Smooth + Extreme” settings. While iQOO fans might have hoped for 90 FPS out of the box, the 60 FPS is rock stable with zero frame drops during intense TDM matches.
• Thermals: It uses a Graphite Cooling system. After 45 minutes of Genshin Impact, the temperature rose from 31°C to just 39.5°C. It stays cool enough that you don’t need a mobile fan.
• Multitasking: With the 12GB RAM + 12GB Extended RAM variant, switching between apps is like butter.

6. CAMERA: THE DAYLIGHT SPECIALIST

Let’s be honest: iQOO Z-series isn’t meant to compete with the iPhone 17. But for ₹20,000, it holds its own.

• Main Sensor: The 50MP Sony IMX882 with OIS is a solid performer. Daylight shots are crisp with a wide dynamic range.
• The Missing Link: Don’t waste your money if you love taking wide landscape shots. There is no Ultra-wide lens. You get a 50MP main and a 2MP bokeh (basically useless) lens.
• Video: It supports 4K @ 30fps on both front and back. The OIS does a decent job, but it lacks the ultra-steady smoothness of the higher-end Neo series.

7. BATTERY & ENDURANCE

This is the main event. 7300mAh is not just a number; it’s a lifestyle change.

• Screen-On Time (SOT): On a heavy day with 2 hours of gaming, 3 hours of YouTube, and constant 5G use, I ended the day with 45% battery left. Most users will easily get 2 to 3 days on a single charge.
• Charging Test:
  • 0 to 50%: 33 minutes.
  • 0 to 100%: 62 minutes.
• The Bonus: It supports 7.5W Reverse Charging. You can literally use your phone to charge your TWS earbuds or your friend’s dying iPhone.

8. THE COMPETITION (The 2026 Rivals)

iQOO Z10 vs Redmi Note 15 Pro vs Realme 14 Pro

Winner: If you are a traveler or a heavy gamer who hates charging, the iQOO Z10 is the king. However, if you want a versatile camera with an ultra-wide lens, the Redmi Note 15 Pro is a better pick.

9. FINAL VERDICT

The iQOO Z10 is a specialized tool. It doesn’t try to be a “do-it-all” flagship; it tries to be the most reliable phone in your pocket.

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Buy it if:

• You are tired of carrying a charger everywhere.
• You want a bright, beautiful AMOLED screen for under 22k.
• You are a casual gamer who wants stability over peak FPS.

Skip it if:

• You take a lot of landscape/group photos (No Ultra-wide lens).
• You want stereo speakers (This only has a single mono speaker).
• You want a bloatware-free experience (Funtouch OS still has pre-installed apps).

Rating: 4.2/5 Stars

10. FAQs (People Also Ask)