iQOO has officially pulled the curtain back on the Z10 Turbo and Z10 Turbo Pro, and if you think you’ve seen big batteries before — think again. These new additions aren’t just about lasting all day. They’re aimed squarely at users who want performance, endurance, and a few premium perks without paying flagship prices.
Turbo or Turbo Pro? Depends on What You Need
At first glance, the two models might seem nearly identical. But under the hood, there are some interesting choices. The Z10 Turbo Pro is the flashier of the two, packing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, a fairly new beast of a chip, alongside a 7,000mAh battery. It also supports 120W wired charging — meaning you can top up stupidly fast and get back to business.
The regular Z10 Turbo, though, isn’t playing second fiddle. It ditches Qualcomm for a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 processor and ups the ante with an even bigger 7,620mAh battery. Sure, charging speed dips to 90W, but the sheer capacity could mean days without reaching for a charger.
Oh, and both models support OTG reverse charging. Translation? You can juice up other gadgets straight from your phone. Handy when your earbuds or a friend’s phone are dying.
Same Display, Same Brightness, Same Smoothness
Across both phones, the display game is strong. We’re talking about a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, FHD+ resolution, and a silky 144Hz refresh rate. Brightness peaks at 2,000 nits, so even under harsh sunlight, you’ll see everything clearly.
An in-display fingerprint reader keeps the front clean, while a 16MP selfie camera tucked into a small punch-hole handles your social media updates and video calls.
Cameras: Small Tweaks, Big Differences
Both devices pack a 50MP main camera, but the Pro version pulls ahead with an extra 8MP ultrawide sensor — a welcome addition if you like snapping landscapes or big group shots. Meanwhile, the standard Z10 Turbo settles for a 2MP depth sensor. Fine for portraits, sure, but ultrawide lovers will notice the absence. Still, for the price? Hard to complain.
Build Quality That Doesn’t Cut Corners
Both phones arrive with an IP65 rating — meaning they can take a bit of water and dust without flinching. They ship with OriginOS 5 on top of Android 15, giving you the latest bells and whistles, plus a few unique iQOO tweaks. The design? Clean and simple, available in black, white, orange, and beige. No weird gradients or gimmicks here.
Pricing That Stings — In a Good Way
If you expected these specs to come with flagship-level prices, you might want to sit down. Here’s the breakdown:
| Configuration | Z10 Turbo (CNY) | Z10 Turbo Pro (CNY) |
|---|---|---|
| 12GB + 256GB | ¥1,799 (~$246) | ¥1,999 (~$274) |
| 12GB + 512GB | ¥2,199 (~$301) | ¥2,399 (~$328) |
| 16GB + 256GB | ¥1,999 (~$274) | ¥2,199 (~$301) |
| 16GB + 512GB | ¥2,399 (~$328) | ¥2,599 (~$356) |
Both models are up for pre-order now at vivo China’s website. Deliveries are expected to kick off very soon.
Final Thoughts: Redefining Mid-Range Value
Big batteries. Big performance. Prices that make sense. The iQOO Z10 Turbo series feels like a real answer to the tired idea that you need to spend a thousand bucks to get a good smartphone in 2025. If you’re tired of sacrificing battery life for power — or the other way around — these two might just be your sweet spot.
