The iQoo 9 color variant lineup has grown to three options with the arrival of the new Phoenix (Orange) edition in India, joining the original Legend and Alpha colors that debuted in February 2022. Like the existing variants, the Phoenix finish uses Frosty AG glass that shifts its hue when exposed to direct sunlight, giving the phone a distinctive look that stands apart from standard matte finishes.
iQoo 9 Color Variant Phoenix Price in India
The Phoenix variant carries the same price as the other iQoo 9 colors — no premium is charged for the new finish. The 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage model is priced at Rs 42,990, while the 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage configuration is available at Rs 46,990. Both options are available for purchase on Amazon.
iQoo 9 Phoenix Full Specifications
The Phoenix edition shares the same hardware as the rest of the iQoo 9 family. Here is a full breakdown of what the phone offers:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.56-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Snapdragon 888+ |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP Sony IMX598 (primary, gimbal support) + 13 MP wide-angle/macro + 13 MP portrait |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 4350 mAh with 120W FlashCharge |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch OS 12 |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/A-GPS, USB Type-C |
| Fingerprint Sensor | In-display |
| Vibration | Dual-axis linear motor |
Camera and Display Highlights
The 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 primary sensor comes with gimbal stabilisation support, which is a hardware-level feature that reduces shake during video recording. The secondary cameras cover wide-angle and macro shooting as well as portrait mode, both at 13 megapixels. For selfies, the 16-megapixel front camera sits in a punch-hole cutout on the 6.56-inch AMOLED panel. That display runs at a smooth 120Hz — ideal for gaming, the segment iQoo targets most directly.
Battery and Charging
The 4350 mAh battery paired with 120W FlashCharge technology is one of the fastest wired charging solutions in this price bracket. In real-world use, 120W charging typically tops up a battery of this size from near-empty to full in well under an hour. The dual-axis linear motor adds haptic precision that most phones in this range skip entirely.
Who Should Buy the iQoo 9 Phoenix?
If you were already considering the iQoo 9 but found the Legend and Alpha color options too understated, the Phoenix variant adds a bold orange personality without adding any cost. The specs remain identical, so the decision is purely aesthetic. At Rs 42,990 for the base configuration, the iQoo 9 competes with other flagship-grade Snapdragon 888+ phones in India, offering features like a 120Hz AMOLED display, gimbal cameras, and 120W fast charging that are harder to find bundled together at this price.
