Nubia Red Magic 11 Air vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is faster in AnTuTu (3,448,524 vs 2,800,202).
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3448524 vs 2800202
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1299
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9300
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 11 Air | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3448524 | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2688x1216 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.5×8.0 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $499 | $1299 |
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nubia Red Magic 11 Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 23.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $800. Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is cheaper by $800.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (81/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (65/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads on performance (74/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.