Overall Score
74.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#173)74.8
Performance(#146)86.0
Camera(#492)53.0
Display(#415)88.5
Battery(#451)72.0
Build(#2343)72.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia RedMagic 8S Pro
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic 8S Pro features a robust design with a glass front and back, aluminum frame, and dimensions of 164 x 76.4 x 9.5 mm, weighing 228 grams.
- Its 6.8-inch AMOLED display boasts a resolution of 1116 x 2480 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1300 nits, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 740 GPU, available with up to 16GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording video in 8K at 30fps.
- A substantial 6000 mAh battery supports 80W fast charging, ensuring long usage times.
- Running on Android 13 with Redmagic OS 8, it offers a smooth user experience with additional gaming features.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB Type-C.
- The device also includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio capabilities.
- Available in Midnight, Platinum, and Aurora colors, it combines aesthetic appeal with functionality.
- Overall, the RedMagic 8S Pro stands out for its performance and gaming-oriented features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, June 05
Announced2023, June 05
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic 8S Pro
Display
Size6.8"
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors (China only), 120Hz, 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution1116 x 2480 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1116
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPUAdreno 740 (719 MHz)
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm, under display
Video Recording8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity6000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 6000 mAh
Charging Details80W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 35 min (China)65W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 40 min (International)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164 x 76.4 x 9.5 mm (6.46 x 3.01 x 0.37 in)
Weight228 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight, Platinum, Aurora
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2 (China), 3.1 (Global), OTG, accessory connector, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, Redmagic OS 8
OS VersionAndroid 13, Redmagic OS 8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes