Google Pixel vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro
The Google Pixel (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $649 and $660. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads — 80/100 vs 25/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2770); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,013,168 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel is noticeably lighter (143g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro
What makes Google Pixel better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $660
- Better portability (78/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4013168 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2770 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro scores 55 points higher (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads (98/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads (86/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel — 0/100, Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro — 74/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (98/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (93/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (86/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (78/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel | Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 4013168 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2770 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 143.8×69.5×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $660 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel
- Main: 12MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel
- 2770 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro
- 8000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:36 hrs, total 33:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel and Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads Google Pixel by 92.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Google Pixel was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (98/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (93/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (52/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (86/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (78/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 55 points (80/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro?
The Google Pixel has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.