Google Pixel 6a vs Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ leads — 83/100 vs 59/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (5,195,978 vs 1,015,493); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 223g
- Better camera (59/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5195978 vs 1015493
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ scores 24 points higher (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ (63/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1015493 | 5195978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6a and Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ leads Google Pixel 6a by 80.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (97/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ (63/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 24 points (83/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.