Google Pixel 9 vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
The Google Pixel 9 (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 $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads — 73/100 vs 69/100 (a 4-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 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3265219 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air scores 4 points higher (73/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (76/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nubia Red Magic 11 Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3265219 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 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 | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads Google Pixel 9 by 52.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nubia Red Magic 11 Air was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (75/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 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 over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.