Overall Score
48.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#2521)48.3
Performance(#1781)83.5
Camera(#1822)47.4
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3961)27.1
Build(#820)80.4
Connectivity(#2039)65.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia RedMagic Mars
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia RedMagic Mars features a robust design with an aluminum frame and a glass front, measuring 158.2 x 75 x 9.9 mm and weighing 193 grams.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 402 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB, 8GB, or 10GB of RAM.
- The device includes a 16 MP rear camera capable of 4K video recording at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 3800 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 with Redmagic 1.0, the software experience is tailored for gaming.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it lacks 5G and NFC.
- The phone is available in Black, Red, and Camouflage colors, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Notably, it features a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
- Overall, the ZTE nubia RedMagic Mars combines solid performance with a gamer-centric design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE nubia Red Magic Mars
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionDinorex T2X-1 scratch/shock resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 10GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3800 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions158.2 x 75 x 9.9 mm (6.23 x 2.95 x 0.39 in)
Weight193 g
MaterialsGlass front (Dinorex T2X-1), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Red, Camouflage
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Redmagic 1.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass