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Turbo-powered iQOO Z9 Review: Equipped with Dedicated GPU and Snapdragon 8 Gen3, Competing with Flagship Performance

Mo Hen Thu, Apr 25 2024 09:21 AM EST

I. Introduction: iQOO Z Series' Debut Turbo Model Teams Up with Snapdragon 8 Gen3

Since the inception of the iQOO Z series, it has adhered to the concept of "ultra-high cost performance" in product development.

Today, with advancements in technology and reductions in hardware costs, more and more mid-range smartphones are integrating flagship features and characteristics. This trend allows product lines like the iQOO Z series to continuously optimize the balance between "high performance" and "affordable prices."

April 24, 2024, marks a historic moment for the iQOO Z series as its first Turbo model debuts. Equipped with the Snapdragon semi-flagship chip 8s Gen3, a 6000mAh ultra-thin blue ocean battery, and the unique dedicated GPU from the iQOO Digital and Neo series, this new generation performance mid-range phone, dubbed the iQOO Z9 Turbo, makes its first appearance with the honor of being dubbed the "strongest mid-range phone of the year." S9d6d6134-122f-4ba5-abf9-880f4e4a1c0e.jpg

  1. iQOO Z Series: The Most Powerful Performance Yet

To emphasize its "Turbo" performance, the iQOO Z9 Turbo deliberately integrates the flagship Snapdragon 8s Gen3 chip, coupled with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM + 512GB UFS4.0 flash memory, forming the performance iron triangle within the 2000 yuan price range.

  1. iQOO Z Series Debuts Dedicated Graphics Chip Turbo

The dedicated graphics chip, first introduced in the iQOO Neo series, makes its debut in the Z series this time.

The Z9 Turbo series introduces the dedicated graphics chip Turbo. Through this chip, game graphics rendering and optimization can enhance frame rates and image quality, reduce overall power consumption, and even optimize video colors and contrast, improving video frame rates.

  1. iQOO Debuts 6000mAh Ultra-Thin Blue Ocean Battery

The iQOO Z9 Turbo debuts with a 6000mAh ultra-thin blue ocean battery, adopting super graphite battery technology to provide stronger battery life in a body weighing less than 200g.

iQOO Z9 Turbo Specifications
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| Processor        | Snapdragon 8s (3rd generation)             |
| Custom Chip      | Turbo discrete graphics chip               |
| Front Camera     | 16 MP front camera                         |
| Rear Camera      | 50 MP new Sony custom main camera (OIS), 8 MP ultra-wide-angle lens |
| Colors           | Midnight Black, Starlight White, Mountain Green |
| Dimensions       | 163.72 * 75.88 * 7.98mm (length * width * thickness) (thickness at the thickest point) |
| Weight           | 194.9g                                     |
| Design           | Technological aesthetics, superior texture, flagship experience |
| Frame Material   | Plastic                                     |
| Display          | 6.78-inch, 144Hz anti-flicker eye protection screen |
| Fingerprint      | In-display optical fingerprint              |
| Operating System | New OriginOS 4, exclusive personal assistant: Lanxin Xiao V (Blue Heart Xiao V) |
| Battery          | 6000mAh ultra-thin blue ocean battery, 80W flash charging, 7.5W wired reverse charging |
| Memory           | 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 512GB RAM type: LPDDR5X, ROM type: UFS 4.0 |
| Others           | 6K Tianmu VC liquid cooling, X-axis linear motor, closed stereo dual speakers, IP64 waterproof and dustproof, all-scenario NFC, infrared remote control |
| Price            | 12+256GB 1999 yuan, 12+512GB 2399 yuan, 16+256GB 2299 yuan, 16+512GB 2599 yuan |
| Image source:    | KKJ.CN2024.04                              |