ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $899 and $649. Both devices score the same overall rating of 68/100. Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is faster in AnTuTu (2,486,941 vs 2,409,744).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2486941 vs 2409744
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 229g
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (34/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $899
- Better camera (52/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 68/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads (52/100 vs 42/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100, Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE | Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486941 | 2409744 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2480x1116 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $649 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE leads Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by 3.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro?
Both devices scored 68/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (83/100 vs 82/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE over the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.