Overall Score
78.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#52)78.1
Performance(#36)90.1
Camera(#72)58.3
Display(#421)88.5
Battery(#283)77.0
Build(#2347)72.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia RedMagic 9 Pro
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic 9 Pro features a robust design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 229g.
- Its 6.8-inch AMOLED display boasts a resolution of 1116 x 2480 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1600 nits, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 16GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor with OIS, capable of recording 8K video, alongside ultrawide and macro lenses.
- A substantial 6500mAh battery supports 80W fast charging, ensuring prolonged usage without frequent recharges.
- Running on Android 14 with Redmagic OS 9, it offers a smooth user experience and gaming optimizations.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers and retains a headphone jack for audio versatility.
- Available in multiple colors, it combines aesthetic appeal with functionality.
- Overall, the RedMagic 9 Pro is designed for performance-driven users seeking advanced gaming and multimedia capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, November 23
Announced2023, November 23
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
Display
Size6.8"
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors (China only), 120Hz, 1600 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 SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUAdreno 750
Memory256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm2 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
Capacity6500 mAh
Battery Details6500 mAh
Charging Details80W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 35 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight229 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame, glass back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSleet (Black), Snowfall (Silver), Cyclone (Transparent Black)
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / 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 Gen 2, OTG, accessory connector, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, Redmagic OS 9
OS VersionAndroid 14, Redmagic OS 9
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes