Google Pixel 8 vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads — 81/100 vs 68/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4575); the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (4,244,509 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $760
- Better camera (79/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4244509 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (93/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ scores 13 points higher (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads (93/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Nubia Red Magic 11 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 11 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (57/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 4244509 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads Google Pixel 8 by 66.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $61. Google Pixel 8 was $61 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (79/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (93/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (57/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads on performance (99/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.