The iQOO 9 SE goes on its first sale in India today, March 8, on Amazon at 12 noon — marking the budget-friendly entry point into the iQOO 9 series that packs a Snapdragon 888 processor and a 120Hz AMOLED display at a competitive starting price of Rs 33,990.
iQOO 9 SE Price, Availability and Launch Offers
The iQOO 9 SE is available in two storage configurations. The base 8 GB RAM with 128 GB storage variant is priced at Rs 33,990, while the 12 GB RAM with 256 GB storage model costs Rs 37,990. Both variants are sold exclusively through Amazon India in two colour options: Space Fusion and Sunset Sierra.
Buyers using ICICI Bank credit cards can avail an instant discount of Rs 3,000 on their purchase. Additionally, as part of the launch promotion, customers can pick up the iQOO GamePad at Rs 2,999 and the iQOO 50W Wireless Charger at Rs 4,499 at special bundled prices. Pre-orders for the phone had already been open before today's first sale.
The iQOO 9 series was introduced in India last month and includes three models: the flagship iQOO 9 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the mid-range iQOO 9 with Snapdragon 888+, and the iQOO 9 SE with Snapdragon 888. All three phones share dual stereo speakers and a 120Hz AMOLED panel. For more phones from this brand, explore the full iQOO phones lineup.
iQOO 9 SE Full Specifications
The iQOO 9 SE runs Android 12 with Funtouch OS 12 out of the box. Here is a complete breakdown of its hardware:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP Sony IMX598 (OIS) + 13 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | 66W Flash Charge fast charging |
| Fingerprint | In-display sensor |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/A-GPS, USB Type-C |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch OS 12 |
Camera and Performance Highlights
On the camera front, the iQOO 9 SE features a triple rear camera setup. The primary shooter uses a 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 sensor with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS), which helps reduce blur in photos and videos. This is paired with a 13-megapixel secondary lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. For selfies and video calls, there is a 16-megapixel front camera.
The Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM ensures smooth multitasking and gaming performance. The phone's 4500 mAh battery with 66W Flash Charge support means you can go from near-empty to a significant charge in a short amount of time — a useful trait for power users. Connectivity is comprehensive, covering 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a USB Type-C port.
Should You Buy the iQOO 9 SE?
At Rs 33,990 for the base variant, the iQOO 9 SE delivers flagship-grade ingredients — a Snapdragon 888 processor, a high-refresh AMOLED screen, OIS-backed camera, and fast 66W charging — at a price point below the flagship tier. The ICICI Bank offer further brings the effective price down by Rs 3,000. If you are looking for a performance-focused 5G phone without stretching into premium territory, the iQOO 9 SE's first sale today is a strong opportunity to buy.
