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 — 81/100 vs 59/100 (a 22-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 (4,701,314 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: 4701314 vs 1015493
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (88/100 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 22 points higher (81/100 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 (88/100 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 (88/100 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 | 4701314 | |
| 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 | 80W | |
| 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: 80W
- 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 78.4% 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 (88/100 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 22 points (81/100 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 — 81/100.
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.