Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro vs Vivo X90 Pro

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200; estimated prices are $649 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads — 55/100 vs 33/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Vivo X90 Pro is noticeably lighter (214g vs 229g).

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro by 22 points (55/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
Performance 48
Display 100
Camera 47
Battery 63
Design 13
Value for money 65
Vivo X90 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 58
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4870 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Cheaper: $649 vs $799

  • Higher performance (48/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (47/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better value for money (65/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 214g vs 229g

  • Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro scores 22 points higher (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads (47/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).

Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro: The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X90 Pro: The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro Vivo X90 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9200
AnTuTu 2554897
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1116x2480 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 4870 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, Redmagic OS 9.5 Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China)
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm
Weight 229 g 214 g
Price $649 $799
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
47
camera
Vivo X90 Pro
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 4870 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
$649
Vivo X90 Pro
$799

Price difference: $150. Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is cheaper by $150.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (48/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (32/100 vs 13/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro by 22 points (55/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro and the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads on camera score (47/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads on performance (48/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro over the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.