Google Pixel 4 XL vs Nubia Red Magic 3
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Nubia Red Magic 3 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 3 leads — 47/100 vs 42/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 4 XL has NFC for contactless payments, the Nubia Red Magic 3 doesn't; the Google Pixel 4 XL is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Nubia Red Magic 3
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better display (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (31/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 18/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Nubia Red Magic 3, the Nubia Red Magic 3 scores 5 points higher (47/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 leads (31/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 leads (44/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 is a bit better (31/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (44/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 3 (61/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Nubia Red Magic 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie); Redmagic 2.0 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 171.7×78.5×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Red Magic 3
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Nubia Red Magic 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Nubia Red Magic 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 is a bit better (31/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 3 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (44/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 3 (61/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Nubia Red Magic 3?
The Nubia Red Magic 3 edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Nubia Red Magic 3?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Nubia Red Magic 3 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Nubia Red Magic 3?
The Nubia Red Magic 3 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Nubia Red Magic 3?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Google Pixel 4 XL (61/100 vs 34/100).