iQOO Z10 Lite 5G Is Launching June 18: Full Specs, Sony Camera, Dimensity Chip & More Revealed — Budget King Incoming?

Hold onto your wallets, India! 🤑
iQOO is about to throw a budget bomb into the smartphone market — and no, we’re not talking about another half-baked “Lite” variant.

Meet the iQOO Z10 Lite 5G — officially launching in India on June 18, 2025 — and the brand has already revealed all the juicy specs ahead of time. The iQOO India launch teasers on Facebook and Instagram have already given us a glimpse of the phone’s boxy design and IP64 rating, confirming what we can expect. What we’re looking at is a budget 5G smartphone that packs premium DNA — powered by a Dimensity processor, Sony camera hardware, a high-refresh display, and even Android 14 out-of-the-box — all packed in a sleek sub-₹12K price tag.

In short? It’s called “Lite,” but it’s anything but.

Here’s your full masaledaar breakdown, TechMasala-style. 🌶️

🔧 iQOO Z10 Lite 5G at a Glance: Full Specifications

🚀 Performance That Punches Above Its Weight

At the heart of the Z10 Lite 5G lies the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, a capable 6nm chipset that balances efficiency with punchy performance. It’s built for everyday gaming, smooth multitasking, and modern 5G usage, without sucking your battery dry.

🔹 2.4GHz Cortex-A76 cores
🔹 Mali-G57 GPU for light gaming
🔹 6GB RAM + virtual RAM support (up to 6GB extra)
🔹 UFS 2.2 storage for fast app launches and file handling

In practical terms, this setup lets you play titles like Free Fire MAX and Call of Duty: Mobile at medium settings — smooth, with fewer stutters. Plus, it’s snappy for students, social media addicts, and multitaskers alike.

📸 Camera: Sony Sensor in a Budget Phone? YES.

This is the part that got everyone buzzing. iQOO confirmed that the Z10 Lite will use a 50MP Sony sensor as its primary rear shooter — a surprising move in this price segment.

This isn’t just marketing speak — Sony sensors generally offer better dynamic range, color accuracy, and low-light performance than generic modules from Omnivision or GalaxyCore often found in competitors.

You also get:

• 2MP depth sensor: mostly decorative but helps with portrait mode.
• 5MP front camera: average selfies, basic video calls, with beauty filters.

What’s missing? Ultra-wide and macro lenses — but honestly, those are often more gimmick than useful in this segment.

🖥️ Display: 120Hz FTW!

A 120Hz refresh rate on a budget phone still feels like a cheat code, and iQOO nails it here. The 6.74-inch HD+ LCD may not be AMOLED, but it offers:

• Fluid scrolling
• Smooth UI animations
• Less strain when reading and browsing

Yes, it’s HD+ (not Full HD+), but considering the pricing, this is still a win for most casual users, especially those coming from slower 60Hz phones.

🔋 Battery & Charging: Reliable All-Day Performer

Let’s talk juice.

With a 6000mAh battery, the Z10 Lite promises a full day’s use — even for heavy users. And while 15W fast charging isn’t blazing-fast like iQOO’s flagship 80W tech, it’s still faster than most in this segment, and the USB-C port makes it feel modern.

Plus, Dimensity 6300 is designed to sip power, not gulp it. Expect a solid 6-7 hours of screen-on time under regular use.

🎨 Design That Doesn’t Feel Cheap

iQOO has ditched glossy fingerprints and rounded jellybean edges for a boxy, flat-edged design, very 2025-core.

• Matte finish on the back
• Flat polycarbonate frame
• Available in Titanium Blue and Cyber Green
• Side fingerprint scanner doubles as a power button

Even better? It comes with IP64 certification, which means minor water splashes and dust won’t scare it. Rare in sub-₹12K phones!

🛡️ Android 14 + Funtouch OS 14: Latest and Clean

Budget phones usually suffer from Android 12 or outdated software. Not here.

The Z10 Lite boots Android 14 out-of-the-box, with Funtouch OS 14 layered on top. The UI is:

• Cleaner than older Funtouch versions
• Packed with useful features like Smart Split, Mini Window
• Promised with regular security patches (no word on major OS updates yet)

🎯 Who’s It For?

This phone is tailored for:

• First-time smartphone users who want future-proof 5G
• Students and Gen Z who need speed + battery + style
• Budget gamers who want smooth performance at low cost
• Secondary phone buyers looking for a stylish daily driver

🔎 How It Compares

iQOO may not beat them on paper in every spec, but it wins big on Sony optics, Android 14, and refined UI.

📅 Launch Details & Availability

🗓️ India Launch Date: June 18, 2025
🛒 Buy From: Amazon India (exclusive) + iQOO official website
🎁 Expected Launch Offers:

• ₹500 Amazon coupon for early buyers
• ₹1,000 instant bank discount (ICICI, HDFC, SBI likely)
• No-cost EMI up to 3 months

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✅ Final Thoughts

Under ₹12K, the iQOO Z10 Lite 5G is everything you’d ask for in a modern smartphone:
massive battery, smooth display, expandable storage, Sony camera, IP64 protection, dual‑5G bands, all on a sturdy design. It’s not just okay — it’s disruptive.

👇 What Do You Think?

Thinking of getting one? Drop a 🌶️ in the comments if the 6000 mAh battery or Sony camera won you over. Full post-launch review coming soon—stay spicy with TechMasala.in!

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