Asus ROG Phone 6D vs. ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro: The Ultimate Gaming Phone Battle
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Red Magic 8 Pro takes the crown thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, superior display, and faster charging. While the ROG Phone 6D is a solid performer, the Red Magic 8 Pro’s raw power and features make it the better choice for serious mobile gamers.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Asus ROG Phone 6D | ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48 - A version | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A version | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat19 1600/210 Mbps, 5G | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - B version | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, September 19 | 2022, December 26 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 11 | Available. Released 2022, December 28 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 173 x 77 x 10.4 mm (6.81 x 3.03 x 0.41 in) | 164 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 3.01 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Weight | 239 g (8.43 oz) | 228 g (8.04 oz) |
| IPX4 water resistant Illuminated RGB logo (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) | Pressure sensitive zones (520Hz touch-sensing) Built-in cooling fan Aviation aluminum middle frame | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) | 1116 x 2480 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.8 inches, 111.6 cm2 (~89.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors (China only), 120Hz, 1300 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 | Adreno 740 |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, Redmagic OS 6 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 NTFS support for external storage | UFS 4.0 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm, under display |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) | 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Panorama, HDR | HDR |
| Single | 12 MP, 28mm (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm, under display |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | - |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers) | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 32-bit/384kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1), NavIC (L5) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector | USB Type-C 3.2 (China), 3.1 (International), OTG, accessory connector, DisplayPort |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 65W wired, PD3.0 10W reverse wired | 80W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 35 min (advertised) - China 65W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 43 min (advertised) - International |
| Type | Li-Po 6000 mAh | Li-Po 6000 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Space Gray | Black, Transparent |
| Models | AI2203, AI2203_D | NX729J |
| Price | About 690 EUR | $ 659.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 131h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.1 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 1288866 (v9) GeekBench: 5211 (v5.1) GFXBench: 97fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Asus ROG Phone 6D
- Strong brand reputation
- Balanced performance
- Good display
- 65W fast charging
- Reverse wired charging
- Dimensity 9000+ chipset lags behind Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Charging speed not as fast as Red Magic 8 Pro
- Camera performance not a standout
ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset for top-tier performance
- Superior display with high contrast
- Faster charging speeds (80W)
- Excellent battery life
- Aggressive gaming design
- Less established brand outside of China
- Design may be too aggressive for some
- Camera details are limited
Display Comparison
The Red Magic 8 Pro boasts a superior display with a potentially infinite contrast ratio (nominal), offering deeper blacks and more vibrant colors. While the ROG Phone 6D has a great display, the Red Magic 8 Pro’s panel is noticeably more immersive. Both have high refresh rates (165Hz on Red Magic, 165Hz on ROG), ensuring smooth gameplay.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is generally not a primary focus for gaming phones, but the Red Magic 8 Pro likely holds an advantage here. While specific camera details are missing, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 typically offers better image processing capabilities. The ROG Phone 6D's camera is competent but not exceptional.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the Red Magic 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Dimensity 9000+ in the ROG Phone 6D. Expect faster load times, smoother frame rates in demanding games, and better overall responsiveness. The Red Magic 8 Pro’s cooling system also appears to be more effective, preventing throttling during extended gaming sessions.
Battery Life
Both phones offer large batteries and fast charging. The Red Magic 8 Pro’s advertised charging times (35-43 minutes) are faster than the ROG Phone 6D’s (unspecified, but likely longer). The Red Magic 8 Pro also claims an impressive endurance rating of 131h, suggesting excellent battery life.
Buying Guide
The Asus ROG Phone 6D is ideal for gamers who prioritize a balanced experience with a strong brand reputation and a slightly more understated design. The ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is for hardcore gamers who demand the absolute best performance, a vibrant display, and don't mind a more aggressive aesthetic.