Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Showdown

Alright, dudes, Mia Spending Sleuth here, your friendly neighborhood mall mole, diving headfirst into another spending conspiracy. This time, it’s a showdown in the mid-range smartphone jungle – a battle of the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 titans! We’re talking the Poco F7 5G versus the iQOO Neo 10, two phones that landed practically on each other’s release schedules in mid-2025 (iQOO in May, Poco in late June). The question? Which one’s the real deal when you’re hunting for flagship performance without needing to sell a kidney? I’ve been hitting the thrift store lately and these prices just might send me back. Let’s get sleuthing!

The buzz is deafening, everyone whispering about these two contenders, mainly because they share the same beating heart: the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. This means both promise some serious muscle when it comes to gaming and multitasking. But beyond the processor, it’s a cage fight for supremacy: RAM configurations, battery life that can actually *last*, display quality that doesn’t make your eyes bleed, and the always-crucial pricing strategies. And News24online says the Poco F7’s Indian launch just cranked up the heat in this rivalry. Looks like we need to dig into the clues.

The Chipset Conundrum and Memory Mayhem

At the core of this showdown sits the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. It’s like the slightly younger, but still seriously buff, sibling of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It delivers enough grunt to handle graphics-intensive games and juggle multiple apps without breaking a sweat. Paired with the Adreno 825 GPU, both these phones are promising a high-end gaming experience that rivals more expensive devices.

However, this is where the plot thickens. Subtle differences in RAM and storage start to create a divide. The Poco F7 boasts up to 12GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM. But that’s not all, the F7 also has a virtual RAM expansion, potentially kicking performance into overdrive. The iQOO Neo 10 also flaunts 8GB or 12GB of RAM, but early reports suggest its virtual RAM implementation is… well, a little less impressive.

While both share similar raw processing power, the Poco F7’s RAM situation *could* give it the edge when handling the real heavy lifting, like running multiple demanding apps simultaneously or trying to edit 4K video on the go. Plus, the Poco F7’s top-tier 12GB + 512GB variant is often priced more aggressively than the iQOO Neo 10’s 12GB + 256GB version. This is like finding a vintage designer bag at a flea market – double the storage for less cash? Sign me up!

And just to confirm what we already suspected, Geekbench listings for the iQOO Neo 10 scream Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, indicating it’s cut from the same cloth as other devices with this chipset, like the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro. No surprises here, but it’s always good to have confirmation, right?

Battery Brawl and Display Duels

Beyond raw power, a phone’s gotta last, right? We’re not all glued to charging cables 24/7 (though, let’s be real, sometimes it feels that way). This is where the Poco F7 5G throws down the gauntlet with a whopping 7,550 mAh battery! Compare that to the iQOO Neo 10 (whose exact capacity is a bit of a mystery, but generally smaller), and you’re looking at a significant difference. That massive battery in the F7 promises extended usage, potentially stretching to a full day or even longer for the average user.

Sure, both phones probably have fast-charging tech to juice up quickly, but having a bigger battery means fewer trips to the outlet in the first place. It’s like having a bigger gas tank – less time spent at the pump.

The display is also key. Both phones are rocking AMOLED displays with high refresh rates for silky-smooth visuals and vibrant colors. But, as always, the devil’s in the details. Detailed comparisons of brightness, color accuracy, and HDR support are still trickling in. However, the iQOO Neo 10 is getting props for its fast charging and high refresh rate screen, putting the iPhone 15 (which has been mentioned in comparisons) to shame with its slower charging and 60Hz refresh rate. It’s a serious advantage.

This is a tough one. Do you want a screen that looks amazing and charges super fast, or a battery that just keeps going and going? Decisions, decisions!

Price Point Pugilism

At the end of the day, it all boils down to the Benjamins, right? Both the Poco F7 and the iQOO Neo 10 are aiming to be the king of the mid-range hill, offering flagship-level performance without the flagship price tag. The iQOO Neo 10 initially set the bar pretty high, delivering a solid mix of power and features. But the Poco F7 looks ready to leapfrog it in the value department, thanks to its monster battery and potentially more aggressive pricing.

That 12GB RAM/512GB storage variant of the Poco F7 at a lower price than the iQOO Neo 10’s equivalent? That’s a major win for anyone who hoards photos, videos, and apps like a digital dragon.

While both have the same processor, the Poco F7’s potential for more RAM, a bigger battery, and a lower price makes it a strong contender for the crown of “ultimate performer” in the under ₹35,000 segment in India.

Okay folks, we have a busted.

So, which one should you swipe your credit card for? It’s a tough call, and more detailed reviews are still rolling in. But right now, the Poco F7 is looking like a seriously compelling option if you want a phone that’s powerful, long-lasting, and won’t leave your wallet weeping in a corner.

Keep your eyes peeled for more updates, and happy spending! (Responsibly, of course. Mia Spending Sleuth approves of budgeting!)