The iQOO Neo 9 Pro launched in India this week at a very competitive price, starting at Rs 35,999. This price point enables smartphone manufacturers to offer excellent value-for-money features, making the mid-range segment’s competition extremely tough. If the iQOO Neo 9 Pro is not a smartphone that you prefer, we have curated a list of possible alternatives, which include the OnePlus 12R, Nothing Phone 2, Vivo V29 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, and iQOO Neo 7 Pro.
Let us take a closer look at the price, features, and specifications of the smartphones.
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iQOO Neo 9 Pro alternatives: price in India
| Smartphone | Price |
| iQOO Neo 9 Pro | Starting at Rs 35,999 |
| OnePlus 12R | Starting at Rs 39,999 |
| Nothing Phone 2 | Starting at Rs 36,999 |
| Vivo V29 Pro | Starting at Rs 39,999 |
| Redmi Note 13 Pro+ | Starting at Rs 31,999 |
| iQOO Neo 7 Pro | Starting at Rs 30,999 |
iQOO Neo 9 Pro alternatives: specifications and features
First up, let’s take a look at the key specifications of the iQOO Neo 9 Pro:
- Display: 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display and 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor paired with Adreno 740 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 12GB of RAM + 12GB of virtual RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
- Cameras: 50MP+8MP dual rear cameras, 16MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 5,160mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
- Software: Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14 out-of-the-box.
OnePlus 12R
- Display: 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display and 4,500 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor paired with Adreno 740 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 16GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Cameras: 50MP+8MP+2MP triple rear cameras, 16MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 5,500mAh battery with 100W SUPERVOOC charging.
- Software: OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14 out-of-the-box.
The OnePlus 12R is one of the most-rounded smartphones available under the 40K price bracket. It offers a comparable performance output to the iQOO Neo 9 Pro and comes with a cleaner OS, better battery life, and a better display.
Read the comprehensive review of the smartphone here
| Pros | Cons |
| Excellent display and build quality | Average ultra-wide and macro lenses |
| Great performance and clean OS | Limited software update support |
| Good daylight primary camera | |
| Great battery and super fast charging |
Nothing Phone 2
- Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display and 1,600 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor paired with Adreno 730 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Cameras: 50MP+50MP dual rear cameras, 32MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 4,700mAh battery with 45W fast charging, 15W wireless charging.
- Software: NothingOS 2.0 based on Android 13 out-of-the-box.
The Nothing Phone 2 offers a standout design compared to the iQOO Neo 9 Pro and comes with a near-stock Android experience with the NothingOS.
Read the comprehensive review of the smartphone here
| Pros | Cons |
| Standout design | Not the best cameras in the segment |
| More customised Glyphs | Slower charging speed compared to rivals |
| Good performance, battery and daylight camera | Design is similar to Phone (1) |
| NothingOS has no bloatware |
Vivo V29 Pro
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display and 1,300 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor paired with an Arm Mali-G610 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Cameras: 50MP+12MP+8MP triple rear cameras, 50MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 4,600mAh battery with 80W fast charging.
- Software: FuntouchOS 13 based on Android 13 out-of-the-box.
If you prefer a smartphone that has a robust camera system, the Vivo V29 Pro can be considered over the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. It also boasts a stunning design that is bound to turn heads.
Read the comprehensive review of the smartphone here.
| Pros | Cons |
| Excellent design and display | No stereo speakers |
| Capable rear camera system | Lots of pre-installed apps |
| Good everyday performance | Average selfie camera |
| Quick charging speed |
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
- Display: 6.67-inch 1.5K 120Hz curved AMOLED display and 1,800 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra processor paired with an Arm Mali-G610 MC4 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Cameras: 200MP+8MP+2MP triple rear cameras, 16MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging.
- Software: MIUI 14 based on Android 13 out-of-the-box.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is a great value-for-money option that delivers excellent performance, a stunning display, a decent set of cameras, and a good battery with charging speeds comparable to the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. On top of that, it includes some nifty features, such as an IP68 rating and NFC, which the iQOO Neo 9 Pro lacks.
Read the comprehensive review of the smartphone here
| Pros | Cons |
| Trendy design | Low-light performance can be improved |
| Brilliant display with stereo speakers | Lot of pre-installed apps |
| Good battery backup and super quick charging | |
| Gorilla Glass Victus and IP68 under Rs 35K |
iQOO Neo 7 Pro
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display and 1,300 nits of peak brightness.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor paired with Adreno 730 GPU.
- RAM and storage: Up to 12GB of RAM + 8GB of virtual RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Cameras: 50MP+8MP+2MP triple rear cameras, 16MP front camera.
- Battery, charging: 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
- Software: Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13 out-of-the-box.
The final entry on the list is the predecessor to the Neo 9 Pro, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro. This is a good option if you’re in the market for an iQOO smartphone but want to save some money. The device offers excellent performance, a gorgeous display, a capable set of cameras, and a great battery backup.
Read the comprehensive review of the smartphone here
| Pros | Cons |
| One of the best performer in the category | Design choice could put off some users |
| Brilliant display with stereo speakers | A lot of pre-installed apps |
| Decent primary camera setup | |
| Blazing fast charging speed |
