Overall Score
68.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#826)68.4
Performance(#970)88.7
Camera(#996)69.0
Display(#812)90.8
Battery(#2898)30.6
Build(#866)80.0
Connectivity(#37)90.0
Audio(#115)87.6
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Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic 5S features a robust design with Gorilla Glass on both the front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, weighing 220g.
- Its 6.65-inch AMOLED display boasts a 144Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing smooth visuals and vibrant colors.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, it offers high performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 650 GPU, available in configurations of up to 16GB RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens, capable of recording video in 8K at 30fps.
- A 4500mAh battery supports 55W fast charging, ensuring quick power replenishment without wireless charging.
- Running on Android 10 with Redmagic 3.0, the software is optimized for gaming and performance.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The device also features stereo speakers and retains a headphone jack for audio versatility.
- Its design is available in Silver and Pulse colors, appealing to various aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the RedMagic 5S combines high-end specifications with a gaming-centric focus.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, July 28
Announced2020, July 28
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic 5S
Display
Size6.65"
TypeAMOLED, 144Hz
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 650
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.0, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm2 MP, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details55W wired, 56% in 15 min, 100% in 40 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions168.6 x 78 x 9.8 mm (6.64 x 3.07 x 0.39 in)
Weight220 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame
ColorsSilver, Pulse
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G 7.5 Gbps DL
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.0, OTG, accessory connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, Redmagic 3.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass