Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $649 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,409,744); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $1099
- Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2409744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 6511
- Lighter: 180g vs 229g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads (66/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (80/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2409744 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 229 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by 22.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (80/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 2 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 Z Flip8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.