Overall Score
58.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3370)58.6
Performance(#3674)62.5
Camera(#1831)46.0
Display(#5716)70.5
Battery(#11967)43.5
Build(#1711)77.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia RedMagic
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic features a robust design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 158.1 x 74.9 x 9.5 mm and weighing 185g.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels at a density of approximately 402 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 540 GPU, available in configurations of 6GB or 8GB RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 24 MP sensor with an f/1.7 aperture, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- A 3800mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 with the Redmagic 1.0 interface, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, although it retains a headphone jack.
- Available in Black, Red, and Flame Red, the RedMagic combines gaming aesthetics with functional design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionDinorex T2X-1 scratch/shock resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera24 MP
Main Camera Details24 MP, f/1.7, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3800 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions158.1 x 74.9 x 9.5 mm (6.22 x 2.95 x 0.37 in)
Weight185 g
MaterialsGlass front (Dinorex T2X-1), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Red, Flame Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Redmagic 1.0
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Redmagic 1.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes