Google Pixel 8 vs Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
The Google Pixel 8 (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 $699 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4575); the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $749
- Better camera (79/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China), the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). 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 leads (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads (71/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, 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 (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (57/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3950082 | |
| 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 | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
- 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 11S Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) leads Google Pixel 8 by 63.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Google Pixel 8 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (79/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (71/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) (57/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
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 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 over the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.