Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4700); the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is faster in AnTuTu (3,265,219 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3265219 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (76/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 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 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nubia Red Magic 11 Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 3265219 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 50.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Nubia Red Magic 11 Air was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (80/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (76/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.