Vivo-owned brand iQOO unveiled its iQOO 11S smartphone on Tuesday, specifically designed as the official e-sports gaming phone for the upcoming 2023 Asian Games. Available in blue, black, and white, the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at RMB 3,799 ($525). The device boasts a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1800 nits brightness, and a sharp resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and Vivo’s self-developed V2 display chip, the iQOO 11S also features a robust 4,700 mAh battery and supports 200W fast charging technology. According to the company, a mere five-minute charge can provide three hours of gameplay for Tencent’s popular title Honor of Kings. The Asian Games will take place in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, featuring seven e-sports competitions, including FIFA Online 4, PUBG Mobile, Arena of Valor, Dota 2, League of Legends, Dream Three Kingdoms 2, and Street Fighter V. [IThome, in Chinese]

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