OnePlus 10T vs. vivo iQOO Neo7: Which Flagship Killer Reigns Supreme?

The OnePlus 10T and vivo iQOO Neo7 represent a fascinating intersection in the smartphone market: aggressively priced flagships aiming to deliver premium experiences without the premium price tag. Both devices prioritize performance and fast charging, but diverge in chipset choice and regional availability. This comparison dissects their strengths and weaknesses to determine which offers the best value.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For most users, the vivo iQOO Neo7 (China) emerges as the stronger contender. Its Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ offers comparable performance to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10T, while the 120W charging is sufficiently fast and the overall package delivers excellent value, assuming availability isn't a barrier.

PHONES
Phone Names vivo iQOO Neo7 (China) OnePlus 10T
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 411, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International
5G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA), Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA), Cat16 1000/150 Mbps, 5G - India
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1x 1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2022, October 202022, August 03
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, October 31Available. Released 2022, August 06
Body
Build-Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass 5)
Dimensions164.8 x 76.9 x 8.5 mm or 8.9 mm163 x 75.4 x 8.8 mm (6.42 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight197 g / 202 g (6.95 oz)204 g (7.20 oz)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.20 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 9000+ (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUMali-G710 MC10Adreno 730
OSAndroid 13, OriginOS OceanAndroid 12, OxygenOS 13
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panoramaColor spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm
Triple50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker YesYes, with stereo speakers
 24-bit/192kHz audio24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging120W wired, 50% in 9 min150W wired (125W for 110V sockets)
Type5000 mAhLi-Po 4800 mAh
Misc
ColorsOrange, Black, BlueMoonstone Black, Jade Green
ModelsV2231ACPH2415, CPH2413, CPH2417, CPH2419
PriceAbout 380 EUR€ 377.26 / $ 289.88 / £ 330.00 / ₹ 34,198
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 96h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -24.7 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 1016958 (v9) GeekBench: 3907 (v5.1) GFXBench: 103fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

vivo iQOO Neo7 (China)

  • Potentially better sustained performance due to Dimensity 9000+ thermal efficiency
  • Very fast 120W charging (50% in 9 minutes)
  • Aggressive pricing (likely)

  • China-specific software and potential import restrictions
  • Camera specifications currently unknown

OnePlus 10T

  • Globally available with polished OxygenOS software
  • Extremely fast 150W charging (potentially faster than iQOO)
  • Strong Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance

  • Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 can throttle under sustained load
  • May be more expensive than the iQOO Neo7

Display Comparison

The OnePlus 10T boasts a measured peak brightness of 819 nits, a respectable figure, but the iQOO Neo7’s display specifications are currently unavailable. Given iQOO’s focus on gaming, we anticipate a high refresh rate panel. The OnePlus 10T’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio is a marketing term; real-world contrast performance will depend on the panel technology. Without detailed specs for the iQOO Neo7, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but the OnePlus 10T’s brightness is a known quantity.

Camera Comparison

Both devices feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but detailed camera specifications are lacking for the iQOO Neo7. The OnePlus 10T’s camera system is likely to be the more refined, given OnePlus’s history. Without sensor size, aperture, or OIS details for the iQOO Neo7, it’s impossible to make a meaningful comparison. We can assume both will offer a standard array of shooting modes, but image quality will hinge on the hardware and software processing.

Performance

Both phones utilize a 4nm process, but the chipset choice is key. The OnePlus 10T’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 features a Cortex-X2 prime core clocked at 3.19 GHz, while the iQOO Neo7’s Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ pushes that to 3.20 GHz. While the clock speed difference is minor, the Dimensity 9000+ is known for its excellent thermal efficiency. Both CPUs share the same Cortex-A710 and A510 configuration. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1’s GPU is generally considered slightly more powerful, but the Dimensity 9000+’s overall system-level performance is very competitive, potentially offering better sustained performance due to superior heat management. RAM specifications are currently unknown for the iQOO Neo7, but both are expected to utilize LPDDR5X for fast memory access.

Battery Life

The OnePlus 10T and iQOO Neo7 both excel in charging speed, with 150W and 120W wired charging respectively. The OnePlus 10T’s 150W charging is slightly faster, but may be limited to 125W on 110V sockets. The iQOO Neo7 achieves 50% charge in just 9 minutes, a remarkable feat. Both phones share an endurance rating of 96h, suggesting similar battery life despite potentially different capacities. The faster charging of the OnePlus 10T is a significant advantage for users who frequently need to top up quickly.

Buying Guide

Buy the vivo iQOO Neo7 (China) if you prioritize raw performance for gaming and demanding tasks, and are comfortable navigating the China-specific software and potential import hurdles. Buy the OnePlus 10T if you value a more globally-available, polished software experience, and need the absolute fastest charging speeds (especially if you have a 220V outlet).

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Will the OnePlus 10T’s 150W charging work with my standard US 120V outlet?
The OnePlus 10T’s 150W charging is often capped at 125W when used with 110V/120V power outlets common in North America. While still incredibly fast, it won’t achieve the absolute fastest charging speeds available with 220V/240V outlets.
❓ Is the Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ in the iQOO Neo7 likely to overheat during extended gaming sessions?
The Dimensity 9000+ is known for its excellent thermal efficiency compared to some Snapdragon chips. While all high-performance phones generate heat, the iQOO Neo7 is less likely to experience significant throttling during prolonged gaming compared to the OnePlus 10T’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.
❓ Does the iQOO Neo7 have Google Play Store and full Google Mobile Services (GMS) support?
As a China-market device, the iQOO Neo7 may not come with Google Play Store and GMS pre-installed. Users may need to sideload these services, which can be a complex process and may not be fully supported.