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ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£770RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components

90%

7.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 82% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

â–²Better than 51%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 10
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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 82% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

9.3

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–²Better than 82%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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~ £770
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Technical Specifications of smartphone ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

9.3

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

7.8
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%

?

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 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

7.4
Brand name
ZTE
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% 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
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% 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 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% 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
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 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
1116x 2480 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1116x2480 px which is higher than that of 71.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
400 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 400 ppi which is higher than that of 56.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
165 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 165 W which is faster than in 99.6% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
164 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164 mm which is taller than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Width
76.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.4 mm which is wider than 60.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
230 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 230 g which is heavier than 86.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,712 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,712 cm³ which is larger than 61.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
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ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) 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
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 5x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (165 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    165 W vs 33 W
  • 4.3x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,388 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,388 vs 3,115
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (131 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    131 vs 99.5
  • 69.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,310 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,310 vs 10,783
  • 2.19x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2060 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,060 vs 942
  • 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
  • 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
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 4.3x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,388 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,388 vs 3,115
  • 69.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,310 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,310 vs 10,783
  • 2.19x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2060 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,060 vs 942
  • 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
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 3.66x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (14,015 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    14,015 vs 3,825
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 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
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.16x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (5,464 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    5,464 vs 2,533
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 3.02x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,701 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,701 vs 1,226
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has an under-display front camera
    This smartphone has an under-display front camera, the average smartphone does not. 1.4% of smartphones feature this technology.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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 USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.2 vs 2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 6E (802.11ax), 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 Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 4x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (960 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    960 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
  • 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.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1116x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1116x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 24.4% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (821 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    821 nits vs 660 nits
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 1.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (400 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    400 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 5x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (165 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    165 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (131 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    131 vs 99.5
  • 8.1% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (850 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    850 min vs 786 min
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 17.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (230 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    230 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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
  • 2.96x more expensive
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£770 vs £260).
    £770 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 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.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 2.96x more expensive
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£770 vs £260).
    £770 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 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 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 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
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 17.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (230 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    230 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.4 mm vs 76 mm

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What customers like about ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB)

  • Blisteringly fast performance due to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage
  • Excellent thermal management during high, sustained loads thanks to an upgraded cooling system with an internal fan
  • Large, uninterrupted 120Hz AMOLED full-screen display without a notch or punch-hole, ideal for an immersive gaming and media experience
  • Stellar battery life (5,000 mAh for Plus version) that can last a day and a half with normal use, along with extremely fast 165W wired charging (fully charges in ~15 minutes)
  • Plenty of gaming-oriented features, including responsive pressure-sensitive shoulder triggers and a dedicated Game Space center
  • Stylish and well-made square design, especially the transparent 'Void' version, which many users appreciate
  • Good quality stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra support that provide loud and clear audio
  • Retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, strategically placed for comfortable landscape gaming
  • Main rear camera (50MP) captures decent photos in good lighting conditions, an improvement over previous models
  • Great value for the price, offering flagship performance specs at a lower cost than many competitors

What customers don't like about ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB)

  • Significantly short software and security update commitment (typically only one major Android update and about two years of security updates), which is a major concern for long-term use
  • Poor camera quality overall; the under-display selfie camera, in particular, produces blurry, over-processed images that lack detail
  • Software experience is often buggy, unpolished, and has awkward English translations, which can be frustrating for a daily driver phone
  • The internal cooling fan, while effective, can be quite noisy
  • Lack of expected features for a flagship phone, such as no IP ingress protection rating (water resistance) and no microSD card slot
  • The square, sharp-edged design can be uncomfortable to hold during prolonged general phone use
  • The display lacks HDR video support, which is a drawback for media consumption despite the high refresh rate
  • Some users report Bluetooth connectivity issues with certain devices (e.g., older cars)
  • Dust can collect inside the phone over time, particularly noticeable on the transparent 'Void' version, requiring opening the phone for cleaning

Verdict

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro Plus (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance gaming smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and a dedicated Red Core 2 gaming chip, paired with a massive 16GB of RAM and a 1TB UFS 4.0 storage capacity. It features a 6.8-inch, 120Hz AMOLED display with an under-display camera for an uninterrupted full-screen experience, an integrated fan for advanced cooling, and a 165W fast-charging capability for its 5,000mAh battery. Main pros include its exceptional processing power and optimized cooling system for sustained gaming performance, while a potential con could be the lack of an official IP water resistance rating.

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