The iQOO Z10 Lite 4G jerks everyone with Snapdragon power and a 50MP camera—plus a 6000mAh battery, AMOLED 120Hz display, and fast charging! The iQOO Z10 Lite 4G has officially landed in Russia, bringing with it a Snapdragon processor and a familiar Vivo-inspired design. If the name seems familiar, the reason for this is that its brother, the iQOO Z10 Light 5G, was launched back in June. While the Indian version came with dual rear cameras and 5G connectivity, this new Russian version keeps 4G but still packs a lot of power and noticeable features. Interestingly, both models share a large battery of 66,000 mAh, although the charging speed is slightly different.
The arrival of this phone has not only raised eyebrows due to its glasses but also because it looks like another Vivo device. This makes it clear that IQO is still trying to make its mark while taking hints from its original brand.
Price and Availability: What you will pay for IQO's new 4G animal
In Russia, the iQOO Z10 Lite starts at RUB 16,999 (about 18,700) for the base model with 44 GB, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage. If you are more after the room, the 256GB version is priced at RUB 18,499 (about 20,300). Buyers can choose between two stylish finishes—taga (green) and glacier (white).
For now, IQO has not said whether this 4G model will come to India or other markets, so Russian users are the first to get their hands on it. India got 5G versions earlier this year; this is surprising.
Display, Chipset,, and Display: Where Power Comes From
The iQOO Z10 Lite 4G Funtouch runs on OS 15, which is based on Android 15, giving it a new and modern software experience. On the front, you get a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1,080 × 2,400 pixels. The screen can shift between 60 Hz and 120 Hz refresh rates, has a hit of up to 1,200 nits of brightness, and packs a crisp 394 ppi density.
Under the hood sits the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chipset, which is built on the 6 nm process. This octa-core chip is not only efficient—it is designed to distribute the spacious battery smoothly every day without drying very fast. Talking about durability, the phone also comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings, which mean that it can handle dust and water better than most phones in its segment.
With up to 256GB of 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage, it does not just look the part—it is equipped for multitasking, gaming, and heavy use. Powering everything is a huge 6,000 mAh battery with 44W fast charging support, which is actually faster than what you get with the 5G version.
Camera: A reliable setup for photos and selfies
On the back, the IQO Z10 Lite 4G carries a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.88 aperture, which is paired with a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. This may not be the most complex setup, but that 50MP primary shooter ensures that you can take sharp, wide shots in various lighting situations.
Flip it around, and there is an 8-megapixel selfie camera that is sitting inside a hole cutout. With an F/2.02.0 aperture, it should be quite good for video calls, social media posts, and casual selfies.
Connectivity options are also solid—4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, a USB Type-C 2.0 port, GPS, Beedo, Glonas, Galileo, QZSS, and GNSS are all supported. For security, you also get an in-display fingerprint sensor.
Design and construction: spotting the difference between Indian and European variants
When it looks, the Russian version of the iQoo Z10 Lite 4G is not the same as the Indian 5G model. The biggest difference is in the rear camera design—the layout feels close to Vivo’s Y400 4G.
Size-wise, the Taiga color option measures 162.29 × 75.31 × 7.99 mm and weighs around 196 g. The glacier version is 162.29 × 75.31 × 8.10 mm and slightly bulky at 198 g. While the Indian 5G variant moved with a marble finish on the back, the Russian 4G model keeps things clean with solid colors.
A quick look back: Indian 5G version
For comparison, the iQOO Z10 Lite 5G launched June 18 with an initial price of ₹ 9,999 for the base 4GB+128GB model in India. It has a 6.74-inch HD+ display with a 90 Hz refresh rate and 1,000 NIT peak brightness. Instead of Snapdragon, it uses a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, which is combined with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. as are almost identical, but the charging speed on the 5G version is slower than the new 4G model in Russia.
Final Thoughts
The iQOO Z10 Lite 4G smartphone cannot strengthen the game, but it offers a compelling package—especially with its Snapdragon 685 chip, large-scale battery, and premium display features. While 5G deficiency can make some buyers think twice, fast charging, solid performance, and stylish design help to balance things.
For now, Russian customers are lucky.