Okay, so here’s the deal — two phones are about to shake things up. We’ve got the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro and iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro, both aiming to be the first phones powered by the new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip.
But who’s actually winning that race?
Redmi Makes the First Move
Xiaomi’s marketing lead Wang Teng just confirmed on Weibo that the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro is launching next week in China. If that happens, it’ll beat iQOO and officially become the first phone to debut with Qualcomm’s fresh-out-the-oven 8s Gen 4
Now — what makes that exciting? This chip is a big deal.
It’s got a full-size CPU core layout (basically, more muscle), paired with the Adreno 825 GPU, which comes from the same family as the high-end Adreno 830. That’s the same kind of graphics power you’d expect on a flagship, not a mid-range phone.
In plain English? Redmi’s coming in hot, and it’s not playing around.
Turbo 4 Pro Specs (Rumored but Solid)
Let’s talk numbers and features — here’s what’s floating around so far:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.83″ flat LTPS, 1.5K resolution |
| Fingerprint | In-display (optical sensor) |
| Main Camera | 50MP with OIS |
| Secondary Camera | 8MP |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 |
| Battery | 7,550mAh (yes, really) |
| Charging | 90W wired |
| Build | Metal mid-frame, durable body |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 rated |
| Region | China only (for now) |
One thing that really jumps out? That massive 7,550mAh battery. Paired with 90W fast charging, this phone is made for people who hate charging. We’re talking almost two days of use, maybe more if you’re not gaming all day.
And the design? Word is, the build will be more premium than what we’ve seen in this segment. That IP68/69 rating? Yeah, it’s not just flashy — it’s practical. Dust, water, drops — bring it on.
What About iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro?
Still nothing official on iQOO’s side. Rumors say it’s also coming in April, likely with the same Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. But so far? No launch date. No official teasers. Just leaks and whispers.
If Redmi sticks to schedule, they’ll claim that “first in the world with SD 8s Gen 4” title — and iQOO will have to play catch-up.
Poco F7 Incoming?
For folks outside China, here’s the twist — this phone might launch globally as the Poco F7. Xiaomi tends to rename its Chinese models for international markets, and this looks like a textbook case.
So yeah, if you’re in India or Europe and hoping for a power-packed phone under ₹30,000 / €350 — you’ll probably meet this beast under the Poco badge soon.
Final Thoughts
Redmi’s not just trying to win the specs war here — they’re pushing hard to redefine the mid-premium category. The Turbo 4 Pro doesn’t just look fast on paper; it might actually punch above its price.
Now all eyes are on iQOO. Will they match up? Beat Redmi on price? Or drop something even more unexpected?
We’ll find out soon enough.
