Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads — 77/100 vs 72/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5050); the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,367,231); the Google Pixel 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (213g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
What makes Google Pixel 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 230g
- Better camera (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1367231
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4500
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 87/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 Pro vs the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China), the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) scores 5 points higher (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 54/100, Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) — 68/100; 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 Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1367231 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 153 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 65.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (83/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) edges out the Google Pixel 8 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 Pro over the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.