Earlier this month, Nubia unleashed the Red Magic 10 Pro series, rocking the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the latest and greatest from Qualcomm. The lineup consists of two phones: Red Magic 10 Pro and Red Magic 10 Pro+ (full review). Both of them are solid gaming phones, probably the best you can have right now for the ultimate smartphone gaming experience.
While both gaming powerhouses share the same DNA, there are some key differences that set them apart. In this article, we’ll explore those key differences to help you decide if the Plus model is worth going after.
There is not much difference between the latest Red Magic models. The main difference is the battery capacity and charging speed — the Red Magic 10 Pro has a 6,500mAh capacity with 80W fast charging, while the 10 Pro+ has a bigger 7,050mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
The gaming powerhouses also share differences in the RAM and storage capacities, with the more premium model offering larger configurations. The standard Red Magic 10 Pro packs 256GB or 512GB storage paired with 12GB RAM, while the Pro+ either comes in 512GB or 1TB with 16GB or 24GB of RAM. However, there are no differences in RAM and storage technologies, as all configurations use LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 Pro storage. Here’s how these configurations are priced at:
- Red Magic 10 Pro (12GB/256GB) – CNY 5299 (~INR 62,000/$735)
- Red Magic 10 Pro (12GB/512GB) – CNY 5799 (~INR 68,000/$800)
- Red Magic 10 Pro+ (16GB/512GB) – CNY 5999 (~INR 70,000/$830)
- Red Magic 10 Pro+ (24GB/1TB) – CNY 7499 (~INR 87,500/$1040)
The rest of everything, including the design, is the same on both devices. It’s practically impossible to differentiate the two just by looking at them. Both Red Magic 10 Pro models have aluminum frames, while the front and back are made of glass. They have a 6.85-inch AMOLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and 2000nits of peak brightness. The display has protection, though it is unspecified by the Nubia.
The gaming beasts are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, which is arguably the most powerful chip for Android devices, combined with the fastest RAM and storage to offer exceptional performance. The added gaming features and software optimizations further improves the gaming experience.
The camera specs are also unchanged. Both have three sensors on the back: a 50MP primary sensor (with OIS), a 50MP ultrawide shooter, and a 2MP macro shooter. The other side houses a 16MP selfie shooter. The devices allow 8K video recording using the rear cameras, while only 1080p with the front camera.
An excellent gaming phone must have solid connectivity features, and both Red Magic 10 Pro models excel in this area. The gaming phones support the newest Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 technologies, along with a fast USB type-C port with DisplayPort functionality.
Which one should you choose?
As the two don’t really bring much differences, picking one should be easy. If you want extended gaming sessions without needing to plug in frequently, go for the Plus model. However, the standard model, with its substantial 6,500mAh battery, is still an excellent option.
The storage and RAM requirements are also crucial as they vary depending on your gaming needs. The standard model offers up to 512GB storage and 12GB RAM, which is sufficient for most users. But if you need more power and storage, the Plus model is a clear winner.
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