Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 72/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4700); the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,701,314 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4701314 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 23W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (88/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro scores 9 points higher (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro leads (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro (54/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 4701314 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.0×76.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro (80/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro (54/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 9 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 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 12 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.