Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+
The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $860. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ leads — 81/100 vs 72/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5050); the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (4,716,234 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+
What makes Google Pixel 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 230g
- Better camera (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4716234 vs 1367231
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4500
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $860 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (93/100 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+, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ scores 9 points higher (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ leads (99/100 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+ leads (93/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 54/100, Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ — 76/100; 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+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ 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+ (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (93/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1367231 | 4716234 | |
| 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 | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 80W | |
| 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $860 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+
- 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+
- 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+
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $139. Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ was $139 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (99/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ 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+ (83/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (93/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ edges out the Google Pixel 8 Pro by just 9 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+?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+?
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+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ leads on performance (99/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 Pro over the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.