iQOO, the high-performance smartphone brand, today announced the launch of India’s fastest smartphone, iQOO 13, which is one of the first smartphones in India to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
The iQOO 13 is priced at INR 54,999 (Effective Price: INR 51,999) for the 12GB+256GB variant and INR 59,999 (Effective Price: INR 56,999) for the 16GB+512GB variant. It will be available in two elegant color options: Legend and Nardo Grey. Additionally, iQOO 13 will be available for pre-booking starting December 05, 12 pm and will go on its first sale starting December 11, 2024, at 12 pm at vivo exclusive stores, iQOO e-store and Amazon.in. iQOO 13 will also be available at vivo exclusive stores and other mainline stores. This expansion ensures the convenience of experiencing and purchasing the iQOO devices.
The all-new iQOO 13 sets a new benchmark with its cutting-edge technology, exceptional performance, and advanced camera capabilities, all housed in a sleek and striking design. It features the world’s first Q10 2K 144Hz Ultra Eyecare display and a dynamic Monster Halo, which flashes to provide real-time alerts for calls, messages, gaming, and music. Powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the iQOO 13 achieves an impressive AnTuTu score exceeding 3 million.
This powerful chipset is complemented by iQOO’s proprietary Supercomputing Chip Q2, which brings together 2K Super Resolution and 144 FPS game frame interpolation, surpassing industry standards to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience. The iQOO 13 also boasts an impressive camera setup: a 50MP Sony IMX 921 VCS true-color camera, a 50MP Sony IMX 816 telephoto camera, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. It uses the same advanced vivo imaging algorithm to ensure a premium photography experience. Furthermore, the device runs on the latest Funtouch OS 15, based on the all-new Android 15, providing smooth and enhanced user experience. The iQOO 13 is also the first device from iQOO to offer the longest-ever support: 4 years of Android updates and 5 years of security updates.
Commenting on the latest Flagship addition, Nipun Marya, Chief Executive Officer, iQOO India, said, “At iQOO, we are passionate about crafting user experiences that enrich lives. As a testament to our commitment to performance and innovation, we are proud to launch the iQOO 13, India’s fastest smartphone, designed for the youth of India who aspire to be the GOAT in everything they do. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, our Supercomputing chip Q2, and the world’s first Q10 2K 144Hz Ultra Eyecare Display, it stands as the flagbearer of performance in its price segment. With every launch, we strive to raise the bar, continually pushing boundaries to redefine industry standards”.
Ranjit Babu, Director, Wireless and Televisions, Amazon India, said, “Building on our long-standing engagement with iQOO, we are excited to enable the launch of the all-new iQOO 13 on Amazon.in. With this launch, we reaffirm our commitment to offering a diverse selection of smartphones while enhancing the shopping experience through ecosystem partners with attractive exchange offers, no-cost EMI options, and instant bank discounts”.
Flagship Grade Performance
The iQOO 13 smartphone is powered by the industry-leading Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, providing powerful performance to the core. This cutting-edge processor is coupled with Supercomputing Chip 2 enables low power consumption and high energy efficiency. With advanced core architecture and stable chip function, the iQOO 13 delivers exceptional performance, achieving an impressive AnTuTu score of over 3 million. The Snapdragon® 8 Elite also delivers advanced AI capabilities that increase NPU inference speed and reduce power consumption, providing users with a refined, highly efficient AI experience. These combined enhancements, along with iQOO and Qualcomm’s joint tuning and engineering efforts, position iQOO 13 as a powerhouse that pushes the boundaries of smartphone performance. It also features a 7000mm² VC Cooling System which is 17% bigger than the previous generation. Together with LPDDR5X Ultra memory and UFS 4.1 storage, it creates a winning combination and a powerful trio of CPU, memory, and storage that raises the bar for smartphone performance.
A powerful phone needs a battery that can keep up. That’s why the iQOO 13 has a massive 6000mAh battery that supports 120W ultra-fast charging and minimizes downtime, combined in a sleek 0.813cm design. The fast-charging technology eliminates the battery anxiety by rapidly charging the battery to 100% in just 30 minutes.
On the graphics side, the Snapdragon® 8 Elite’s GPU features a new slice architecture that significantly improves multitasking, concurrent performance, and power efficiency to enable intensive graphics rendering while optimizing battery life.
Unparalleled Gaming Experience
The iQOO 13 is a gaming powerhouse, driven by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and iQOO’s proprietary Supercomputing Chip Q2, delivering ultra-sharp graphics and smooth gameplay. The Supercomputing Q2 chip ensures effortless handling of demanding games without slowdown. The intelligent display features an adaptive refresh rate that optimizes power usage, while exceptional brightness ensures seamless gaming, even in bright sunlight.
For an enhanced gaming experience, iQOO 13 includes Zero-Latency Frame Interpolation and High-Fidelity Frame Interpolation. The adaptive refresh rate adjusts dynamically to match content needs, reducing battery consumption during long gaming sessions.
Redefining Display and Design
The iQOO 13 sets a new benchmark in eye care with its pioneering Circular polarization technology, certified by vivo Visual Health Labs. This innovative display employs advanced 2592 Hz PWM Dimming to minimize flicker and reduce eye strain, ensuring a more comfortable viewing experience during extended use. The iQOO 13 is equipped with optical eye protection hardware for enhanced eye care, features a new Q10 light-emitting material for improved brightness, and offers precise touch control for a seamless user experience. With a peak brightness of 4500 nits, the display provides crystal-clear visuals even in bright outdoor conditions, making it ideal for gaming anywhere, anytime.
The iQOO 13 also features a unique Monster halo effect on its camera module, creating a futuristic and interactive design element. This dynamic light pulses rhythmically with games and music. It also keeps the users informed with real-time notifications for calls, messages, gaming, music and charging status.
The iQOO 13 boasts a robust design with IP68 and IP69 ratings, providing exceptional protection against water, dust, and high-stream water jet splashes. This enhanced durability ensures that the device remains reliable and functional, even in the most challenging environments.
Advanced Photography Experience:
The iQOO 13 features a powerful triple-camera setup: a 50MP Sony IMX 921 VCS true-color camera, a 50MP Sony IMX 816 telephoto camera, and a 50MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording in 8K, 4K, and 1080p. The 32MP front camera supports 4K video at 60FPS, delivering a premium photography experience. With up to 30x zoom, the iQOO 13 captures sharp, clear photos at various distances, ensuring an unrivaled camera experience.
Software and AI Integration:
The iQOO 13 comes with Funtouch OS 15, based on Android 15, and offers an impressive four years of Android updates and five years of security updates, the longest ever from iQOO.
One of the standout features of the iQOO 13 is its AI-powered camera capabilities. The AI Photo Enhancer intelligently optimizes photo parameters to enhance clarity and color, without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the phone features Image Cutout, Instant Text, which use AI to extract text, subjects, and content from images. The phone also includes features like Live Call Translate, which translates phone calls in real-time, and live transcribe, which converts speech into text to aid communication for the hearing-impaired.
Continuing iQOO’s commitment to ‘Make in India’, iQOO 13 devices will be manufactured at vivo’s Greater Noida facility. Also, to offer a hassle-free after-sales service experience to its valued customers, iQOO customers can now visit any 670+ company-owned service centers across the country.
