Nubia Red Magic 10 Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Air (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $589 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 69/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,408,665); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 10 Air
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Red Magic 10 Air better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $589 vs $799
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2408665
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6511
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 5 points higher (74/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air leads (63/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 10 Air — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air (89/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 10 Air | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2408665 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1116x2480 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×76.6×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $589 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 10 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 10 Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 10 Air
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 10 Air and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Red Magic 10 Air by 14.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Nubia Red Magic 10 Air was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air (77/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air (89/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Air has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 10 Air over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.