Overall Score
65.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1297)65.0
Performance(#2602)64.8
Camera(#1122)49.1
Display(#1033)84.5
Battery(#2555)58.5
Build(#2199)75.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S features a robust design with a glass front, aluminum back, and frame, measuring 171.7 x 78.5 x 9.7 mm and weighing 215g.
- Its 6.65-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU, available with 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 48 MP sensor capable of recording in 8K at 15fps, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 5000mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 with Redmagic 2.0, the software is tailored for gaming and performance.
- The device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for enhanced audio experiences.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G.
- Available colors are Mecha Silver, Cyber Shade, and Eclipse Black.
- Overall, the RedMagic 3S is designed for gamers seeking performance and immersive visuals.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic 3S
Display
Size6.65"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.96 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640 (700 MHz)
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording8K@15fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1920fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions171.7 x 78.5 x 9.7 mm (6.76 x 3.09 x 0.38 in)
Weight215 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMecha Silver, Cyber Shade, Eclipse Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 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 3.1, OTG, accessory connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Redmagic 2.0
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Redmagic 2.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes