iQOO has already unveiled the front design of its upcoming flagship, the iQOO 13, showcasing a flat display and a metal middle frame. However, the back design has remained a mystery until now. Previously, it was rumored that the phone would feature a “Halo” light on the back.
Today, Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station shared images of the phone’s back, giving us a first look at the light ring around the camera island, which features a design very similar to its predecessor.
According to the tipster, the ‘Halo’ light ring is capable of producing RGB colors. While no details were provided about its functionality, it seems not to aid in illuminating objects for photography. Instead, it appears to enhance the device’s visual appeal.
When will iQOO 13 launch?
The iQOO 13 is expected to launch toward the end of this year, possibly in December. According to a recent leak from X tipster Yogesh Brar, it could launch in India on December 5. However, it’s unclear whether the phone will debut in the Chinese market on the same day or earlier.
In a previous teaser, where the company revealed the front design, there was a “12/09” notation, likely indicating December 9th as the release date for the Chinese market.
This device will also stand out due to another key feature: the SuperComputing Chip Q2. This chip works alongside the main processor to insert frames between those rendered by the GPU, delivering up to 144fps output. While the first-generation chip currently supports only a handful of games, such as Genshin Impact, we expect more demanding titles to adopt iQOO’s frame interpolation feature in the near future.
Camera hardware is also upgraded
In terms of camera performance, the phone doesn’t disappoint either. It is rumored to include a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor, a 50MP Sony IMX826 sensor for 2x telephoto, and a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor for the ultrawide. For context, the ultrawide sensor remains the same, while the main and telephoto sensors are upgraded.
