Google Pixel XL vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
The Google Pixel XL (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 $769 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads — 81/100 vs 26/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (4,244,509 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel XL
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
What makes Google Pixel XL better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 230g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4244509 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $760 vs $769
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (93/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ scores 55 points higher (81/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads (99/100 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 (93/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ — 76/100; 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 XL (99/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (93/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (93/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (73/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 4244509 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| 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 / 24GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel XL
- 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 XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel XL and Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads Google Pixel XL by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (99/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (93/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (52/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (93/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ (73/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 55 points (81/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL 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 XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro+ leads on performance (99/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL 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, budget-conscious buyers.