Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $649 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 68/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,409,744); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $799
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2409744
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6511
- Lighter: 162g vs 229g
- 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 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 6 points higher (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads (66/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro — 50/100, 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 9 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2409744 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 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 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by 14.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro was $150 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 9 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (77/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro 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 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.