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Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro

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Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro
Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro (RedMagic Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 8 x 2 - 3.2 GHz, Cortex-X3 / A715 / A710 / A510 (Kryo)
Graphics adapter
Memory
12 GB 
, LPDDR5x
Display
6.80 inch 20:9, 2480 x 1116 pixel 400 PPI, capacitive, Touch Sampling Rate up to 960 Hz, AMOLED, Corning Gorilla Glas 5, DC Dimming, glossy: yes, HDR, 120 Hz
Storage
256 GB UFS 4.0 Flash, 256 GB 
, 244 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, Audio Connections: USB-C and 3.5 mm Audio Jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: G-sensor, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity, Sensor hub, OTG
Networking
Wi-Fi 7 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 5.3, 2G (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 3G (Band 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19), LTE (Band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28a, 28b, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66), 5G-Sub6 (Band 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 66, 77, 78), Dual SIM, LTE, 5G
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 9.47 x 164.5 x 77 ( = 0.37 x 6.48 x 3.03 in)
Battery
6000 mAh Lithium-Ion
Charging
fast charging / Quickcharge
Operating System
Android 13
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix (Samsung GN5, 1/1.57", 82°, f/1.88) + 8 MPix (Ultra Wide, 120°, f/2.2) + 2 MPix (Macro, 78°, f2.4); 8k-Video, Camera2-API: Level 3
Secondary Camera: 16 MPix (Under Display Camera (UDC), 1.12 µm, f/2.0)
Additional features
Speakers: Dual, Keyboard: Onscreen, 65W-Charger, USB-Cabel, SIM-Tool, Clear Case, RedMagic OS 6.0, 12 Months Warranty, SAR: -; GNSS: GPS (L1, L5), Glonass (L1), Galileo (E1, E5a), BeiDou (B1, B1c, B2a), DRM Widevine L1, 20000 RPM fan; Game Space Switch, 520 Hz Shoulder Trigger Buttons; customizable RGB Light, fanless
Weight
228 g ( = 8.04 oz / 0.5 pounds), Power Supply: 129 g ( = 4.55 oz / 0.28 pounds)

 

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Average Score: 86.81% - good
Average of 11 scores (from 21 reviews)
price: 87%, performance: 96%, features: 74%, display: 93% mobility: 87%, workmanship: 90%, ergonomy: 85%, emissions: 78%

Reviews for the Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro

85.9% Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro review - Gaming smartphone with 100% performance | Notebookcheck
The Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro primarily wants to appeal to gamers with a lot of performance, a new design, a well-disguised UD camera, and additional sensor keys. The integrated fan should ensure stable maximum performance. You can find out in the test whether this combination works and how loud such a small fan can get.
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Review – True Gaming Flagship Phone
Source: Cashify English
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is no doubt one of the best gaming phones in the market that you can buy currently. You get what you expect – blazing fast performance for heavy gaming. You can literally play any game on high settings without worrying about lags. The massive 6000mAh battery makes sure that you have long gaming sessions without worrying about charging every few hours. The whole look of the phone gives a very futuristic and gaming vibe which is expected from a gaming phone. On the other hand, the UI needs some improvement and the cameras could have been better. But on the whole, the Nubia and done a great job in making the Red Magic 8 Pro and it’s definitely worth taking a look if you are planning to get a gaming phone.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/07/2023
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Smartphone Review
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro smartphone is undoubtedly a great option in the gaming segment as it offers the most powerful chipset with UFS 4.0 storage, which makes every task for the users smoother. Of course, the company has excelled in those features, especially with the help of the Game Space software support that presents modifications for gaming. Plus, you use different accessories according to your desire. Overall, there’s no issue with recommending the Red Magic 8 Pro to a gamer. However, it can’t be considered a complete package deal as there are a few downsides that are hard to ignore during the review. We won’t deny that it got an admirable performance, but lacks in terms of the display features. Plus, only the main camera sensor quality is increased, while the rest of the sensors are the same as the previous generation. In that case, you can also go for alternative options, such as Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro for decent gaming perks. But if you are looking for an all-in-one deal, you need to consider the Xiaomi Redmi K60 Pro for better camera quality, a beautiful display, and many more exciting features. Finally, if the Red Magic 8 Pro appeals to your needs, then there’s no problem going with it, but make sure to see the export cost for your country before purchasing.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/04/2023
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Specifications, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro was announced in December 2022 and lies in the flagship smartphone segment. The smartphone arrives with 5G connectivity and equips a 6.8 inches AMOLED display panel with 120Hz refresh rate support, 1300 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Besides this, the smartphone weighs around 228 grams and can be availed in two color options – Black and Transparent. The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro has a massive Li-Po 6000 mAh battery accompanied by 80W(China)/65W(Global) fast charging support on the USB Type C 3.2 charging port. Besides this, an under-display fingerprint scanner is present for security on the phone. The Red Magic 8 Pro smartphone comes with a 50MP main camera setup on the rear that includes an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens. You will be able to record 8K videos at 30fps from this primary camera setup. Aside from this, a 16MP camera is present on the front for video calls and selfies. Fortunately, the ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro runs on the latest Android 13 OS along with Redmagic OS 6 user interface. As for performance, you are offered a 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset for flagship performance. For internals, the smartphone can be picked in 128GB/256GB/512GB internal storage accompanied by an 8GB/12GB/16GB RAM option. Furthermore, the device grants stereo speakers support, NFC, OTG, and other necessary comms and sensors. As for pricing, the ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is available for $585 (Rs 47,590 in India) approx for the base variant.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2023
Geek Review: Redmagic 8 Pro Gaming Phone
Source: Geek Culture English
Alas, a gaming phone can’t quite compare to the photography prowess of flagship models, with the camera on the Redmagic Pro 8 struggling to retain sharpness at 0.5x zoom and anything above 1x zoom. That shouldn’t be a deal breaker for gaming enthusiasts, though, as there are other perks to look forward to, such as a multi-dimensional cooling system, customisation for the air triggers, and an upgraded 6,000mAh battery with 65W super fast charging.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/18/2023
RedMagic 8 Pro Review - The BEST Gaming Phone Hardware!
Source: TechTablets English
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/16/2023
Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro review: Sharp and speedy
Source: Pocket Lint English
The RedMagic 8 Pro is an excellent gaming phone, and if you're looking for the ultimate in performance, this is currently the top dog. The cooling solution works well and the software adds some useful and novel touches to the gaming experience. We like the new shape, too, the sharper edges make the large uninterrupted display look more impressive than ever. This luxurious display comes at the cost of a decent selfie shooter, though, and we'd prefer a traditional camera in a small bezel, rather than an under-display camera that offers such poor results. The software, in its current state, is too buggy for our liking. Though, as we mentioned, we're sure this will improve dramatically as the updates start to roll out. You may wish to wait for bugs to be ironed out before taking the plunge. As usual, the RedMagic 8 Pro is all about performance, and on that front, it leaves little to be desired.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/16/2023
80% RedMagic 8 Pro review: The first great gaming phone of 2023
Source: Tom's Guide English
The RedMagic 8 Pro builds on past successes but without addressing the two biggest traditional weaknesses for RedMagic phones — photography and software localization. This model delivers plenty of power, a long battery life and a slew of handy tools for gamers though, plus a new sleeker design that could draw in users that don't want their gaming phone to look like a gaming phone.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/16/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
84% nubia Red Magic 8 Pro review
Source: GSM Arena English
There is a lot to like about the nubia Red Magic 8 Pro. It offers the latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset alongside fast UFS 4.0 storage, which translates to an amazingly smooth experience no matter what you task the phone with. Of course, gaming is the bread and butter of the Red Magic line, and the Red Magic 8 Pro excels at it like few others. Not only does it have the raw power to chew through even the heaviest modern titles, but nubia's extra Game Space software layer has gotten better than ever. We found ourselves particularly impressed with how well the Red Magic 8 Pro handles gaming on an external monitor via a display connection or through the excellent Windows game streaming software, both wired and wireless. If excellence in gaming is all you are after, then we have no issue wholeheartedly recommending the Red Magic 8 Pro. However, as a complete all-around package, it still has some rough edges that are hard to ignore. For instance, despite performing quite admirably, its display is not really on par with the industry's current high-end panels. And while we can live perfectly fine with a 120Hz refresh rate in practice, the lack of things like HDR video support and LTPO are a bit tougher to swallow. Sure, both are "nice to haves" rather than truly essential, but it's these kinds of things that ultimately add up to a great overall smartphone experience. The same goes for the camera. We definitely appreciate the upgrades to the main snapper. Those are evident. But the rest of the camera experience on the Red Magic 8 Pro tends to be lackluster and lacking in both features and performance. And last but definitely not least, as smooth and feature-rich as it is, Redmagic OS is still a half-translated mess more often than not. Even after the latest Redmagic OS 6 update running on the Red Magic 8 Pro, the state in which a lot of text, menus and options appear in the UI is very poor. Nubia has had plenty of time to address this issue, as we've reported on it for years now, but obviously, the company is not interested in perfecting that aspect for its Western audience. All of this ultimately makes the Red Magic 8 Pro an amazing Android gaming device, and a somewhat compromised Android smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/16/2023
Rating: Total score: 84%
REDMAGIC 8 Pro Gaming Smartphone: The Beast Unveiled [Review]
Source: Tech Acute English
The REDMAGIC 8 Pro is the latest gaming smartphone to hit the market, and it’s a beast. This phone has some of the best specs that you’ll find on any device currently available. It’s perfect for gamers who want to take their mobile gaming experience to the next level. We’ve had a chance to test out the REDMAGIC 8 Pro, and in this article, we’ll talk about its features, as well as how it compares to other gaming smartphones on the market. Stay tuned, because later in this article we’re also going to give our opinion on whether or not this phone is worth buying. To start the article I just want to thank the REDMAGIC team for trusting us enough to send us a review unit ahead of the launch of the new smartphone. I enjoyed checking it out for a couple of days to see what it’s like to have as well as for gaming and everyday use. So, let’s jump right to it and find out what this futuristic-looking gaming smartphone has got under the hood.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2023

Foreign Reviews

90% Schnell wie ein Galaxy S23, aber viel billiger
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/08/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Redmagic 8 Pro im Test: Mehr als ein weiteres Gaming-Smartphone?
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; decent main camera. Negative: Poor selfie camera.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/16/2023
92% RedMagic 8 Pro Review en Español (Análisis completo)
Source: Profesional Review Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/25/2023
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 92% performance: 100% mobility: 93% workmanship: 93%
REDMAGIC 8 Pro, la nueva bestia de nubia para jugadores
Source: El chapuzas Informatico Spanish ES→EN
Positive: Attractive price; high gaming performance; powerful hardware; beautiful display; stereo speakers; good cooling system; nice connectivity. Negative: Poor selfie camera.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/16/2023
80% REDMAGIC 8 Pro, la recensione del gaming phone Android più potente sul mercato
Source: Multiplayer IT Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/24/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
82% Recensione RedMagic 8 Pro: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 e uno schermo senza interruzioni
Source: AndroidWorld.it Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2023
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 80% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%
Recensione Nubia REDMAGIC 8 Pro: un vero diavolo con Snapdragon 8 Gen 2!
Source: Tutto Android Italian IT→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; long battery life. Negative: Poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2023
93% RedMagic 8 Pro : Test, avis et présentation du smartphone Gaming
Source: Fredzone French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2023
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 90% performance: 95% mobility: 90% workmanship: 95%
88% Test RedMagic 8 Pro : Un smartphone gaming qui fait renaître le téléphone carré
Source: Charles Tech French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/26/2023
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80%
100% Test Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro : smartphone gaming ultra puissant avec une caméra sous l’écran qui se paie le luxe d’être abordable
Source: Les Mobiles French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/17/2023
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Test RedMagic 8 Pro, un nouveau design et toujours plus de puissance
Source: Journal du Geek French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/16/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
On a testé le plus puissant des smartphones Android, le RedMagic 8 Pro
Source: 01Net French FR→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; attractive price; long battery life; good cooling and silent system. Negative: Poor cameras in low light condition; mediocre display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/21/2023

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 740: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets that is integrated within the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Qualcomm claims that it is 25% faster than the Adreno 730 in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and first benchmarks show that the GPU can beat the Apple A16 iGPU (previously the fastest smartphone GPU). 

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SD 8 Gen 2: High-end SoC for smartphones that was introduced in late 2022 with a fast prime core based on a ARM Cortex-X3 architecture clocked at up to 3.2 GHz. Two more performance cores are based on the A715 and also support only 64 bit applications. The two additional A710 cores support also 32 bit applications as do the power saving Cortex-A510 cores. In addition to the processor cores, the SoC integrates a WiFi 7 modem, a Hexagon DSP (for AI acceleration) and a Spectra ISP. The integrated memory controller supports fast LPDDR5x memory with up to 4,200 MHz. 5G is included in the chip with the Snapdragon X70 modem.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.80":

Only a few smartphones have larger screens.
Large display-sizes allow higher resolutions. So, details like letters are bigger. On the other hand, the power consumption is lower with small screen diagonals and the devices are smaller, more lightweight and cheaper.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


0.228 kg:

This weight is typical for smartphones.


86.81%: This is a good rating above average. Nevertheless you should not forget, that 10-15% of all notebook-models get a better rating.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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