iQOO Z10R and Vivo T4R Launch: Raising the levels for Mid-Range Smartphones

iQOO launched the anticipated Z10R smartphone that emerged as a powerful entrant in the lower-end segment that is sold below 20K. The Z10R leads with a 6.77 inch curved AMOLED screen with a 120Hz rate, and supported by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chip. This phone comes in models of up to 12 billion and 256G of storage and is designed to multitask direct and fast usage of apps. It also has a 50MP Sony IMX882 main camera with an OIS and a 32MP 4K selfie shooter with what it calls a segment-leading camera resolution and a qualification statement.

The device has android 15 (Funtouch OS), IP68/IP69 durability speed grade, and has a robust 5,700mAh battery at 44W flash charge. Pricing will be competitive and will retail at a starting price of Rs 19,499 for the 8GB+ 128 GB model with prices reaching ₹ 23,499 at the top end 12GB RAM 256 GB model.

Vivo is not left behind and it will be launching the T4R 5G on July 31, 2025. Leaks and teasers tell that it is equivalent to the Z10R in terms of several of its specifications: the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset, 12 GB RAM, a 6.77-inch, quad-curved screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, and IP68/IP69 resistance. The T4R is the difference maker as it comes with a 7300mAh battery with an extremely swift 90W fast charger and targets photography lovers having a 50MP Sony IMX882 units camera and 32MP 4K front camera.

The two smartphones highlight the fact that there is a growing competition in the middle range as both offer high end features at affordable prices. Initial ratings indicate that these releases will establish new standards to the category.