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ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£750RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

90%

7.4

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 72% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

9.6

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–²Better than 73%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £750
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Technical Specifications of smartphone ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

9.6

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

7.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

7.2
Brand name
ZTE
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.8 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.8 inches which is larger than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
387 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 387 ppi which is lower than that of 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
165 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 165 Hz which is higher than in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 1.1% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
170.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 170.6 mm which is taller than 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
78.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 78.3 mm which is wider than 86.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.5 mm which is thicker than 85.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Weight
215 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 215 g which is heavier than 77.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
119,340 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 119,340 cm³ which is larger than 87.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 3.45x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,739 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,739 vs 3,115
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 37.5% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (720 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    720 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 3.45x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,739 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,739 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.89x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (11,060 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    11,060 vs 3,825
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,024 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,024 vs 256
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.25x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,763 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,763 vs 1,226
  • 50% more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3 vs 2
  • 37.5% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (720 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    720 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 2.88x more expensive
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£750 vs £260).
    £750 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.5% worse value for money
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.16 vs 7.3).
    7.16 vs 7.34
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (387 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    387 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 9.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (215 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    215 g vs 196.2 g
  • 7 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (170.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    170.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (78.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    78.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 22% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (119,340 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    119,340 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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techradar.com
26/07/2022
Summary of the review
Nubia Red Magic 7s Pro review - TechRadar
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androidcentral.com
27/07/2022
Summary of the review
Nubia RedMagic 7S Pro review: It's insanely fast - Android Central
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pocketnow.com
27/07/2022
Summary of the review
nubia REDMAGIC 7S Pro review: The best gaming phone just got better - Pocketnow
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tomsguide.com
26/07/2022
Summary of the review
RedMagic 7S Pro review: New chip, familiar tricks - Tom's Guide
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the-gadgeteer.com
17/08/2022
Summary of the review
The Gadgeteer: REDMAGIC 7S Pro smartphone review – top tier gaming power in a sleek package
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techpowerup.com
09/08/2022
Summary of the review
nubia REDMAGIC 7S Pro Review - TechPowerUp
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knowtechie.com
27/09/2022
Summary of the review
Review: The Nubia Red Magic 7s Pro gaming smartphone - KnowTechie
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gamesradar.com
01/09/2022
Summary of the review
Nubia RedMagic 7S Pro review: "A hardcore mobile player's dream" - GamesRadar+
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digitec.ch
31/10/2022
Summary of the review
My first gaming smartphone: testing the Nubia Red Magic 7S Pro - Digitec Would you like a breakdown of the performance benchmarks or camera quality sp...
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pocket-lint.com
26/07/2022
Summary of the review
Nubia RedMagic 7S Pro review: Power up - Pocket-lint
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journaldugeek.com
26/07/2022
Summary of the review
RedMagic 7S Pro Review: A quick update to stay current
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clubic.com
29/07/2022
Summary of the review
REDMAGIC 7S Pro Review: How good is the most affordable Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 smartphone?
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smartworld.it
24/08/2022
Summary of the review
RedMagic 7S Pro Review: It took so little, but the processor makes the difference
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multiplayer.it
27/07/2022
Summary of the review
REDMAGIC 7S Pro Review: Is it still the best value-for-money gaming phone?
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What customers like about ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB)

  • Superb and consistent performance thanks to the powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and effective active cooling system, even during demanding games.
  • Excellent, large AMOLED display with a high 120Hz (or 165Hz on the non-Pro model) refresh rate and an impressive 960Hz touch sampling rate for responsive gameplay.
  • Great battery life (5000mAh on Pro model) that can last a full day even with heavy use, supported by fast 65W charging (global version).
  • Dedicated gaming features are a major strength, including physical shoulder triggers, a 'Game Space' mode, and an actual 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Solid build quality and an eye-catching 'gamer' aesthetic with RGB lighting on some variants.
  • The under-display front camera on the Pro model offers an uninterrupted, notch-free full screen experience, which many users appreciate.
  • Competitive pricing compared to other flagship or gaming-specific smartphones with similar high-end specs.

What customers don't like about ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB)

  • Camera performance is generally poor, especially in low-light conditions; the ultra-wide and macro lenses are particularly underwhelming and the under-display selfie camera produces washed-out, soft images.
  • The phone is heavy, bulky, and thick, making it hard for one-handed use and less portable than standard flagship phones.
  • Software has some rough edges, including occasional poor English translations, a somewhat inefficient UI for non-gaming tasks, and potential lack of consistent/long-term Android version updates.
  • Display, while smooth, is not as bright as competitors and can be hard to see in direct sunlight.
  • The built-in cooling fan can be quite loud when active, which can be distracting without headphones.
  • Lack of features common in other flagships, such as wireless charging and official IP (water/dust resistance) rating.
  • The default speaker sound is described as loud but lacking in bass and overall 'fullness' compared to some rivals.

Verdict

The ZTE nubia Red Magic 7S (16GB + 512GB) is a high-performance gaming smartphone featuring the powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and a massive 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM for seamless multitasking and gaming performance, paired with 512GB of fast UFS 3.1 storage. A major pro is its vibrant 6.8-inch AMOLED display with an ultra-smooth 120Hz refresh rate and an incredibly fast 960Hz multi-finger touch sampling rate for highly responsive gameplay. It includes dedicated physical shoulder triggers (500Hz touch sampling rate) and an ICE 8.0 multi-dimensional cooling system with a built-in fan to manage heat during intense sessions. A potential con is its lack of an IP water resistance rating and the primary 64MP camera, while capable, may not match the photographic versatility or quality of leading non-gaming flagships.

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