ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus

Manufacturer: ZTE

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus is a large-format Android smartphone built around serious hardware credentials. Running Android 15, it carries 24GB of RAM paired with 1TB of internal storage, placing it firmly in the high-capacity tier of modern handsets. The device measures 163.4 × 76.1 × 8.9 mm and weighs 229 g, with a flat OLED display spanning 6.85″ at 431 ppi and a 960Hz touch sampling rate.

At its core sits the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 3 nm chipset with an Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 1100 MHz, backed by DDR5 memory running at 5300 MHz and a maximum bandwidth of 85.1 GB/s. Benchmark results include an AnTuTu score of 3,102,960 and a Geekbench 6 multi-core result of 10,059. The 7050 mAh battery supports 120W wired fast charging with no wireless option. Camera hardware consists of a triple rear setup at 50 + 50 + 2 MP with OIS, alongside a 16 MP under-display front camera capable of 8K video at 30 fps. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 3.2 Type-C, NFC, and 5G, while audio includes a 3.5 mm jack, stereo speakers, and aptX Lossless support.

Pros

The 7050 mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging and a 24-hour battery life rating means less time tethered to an outlet during extended use
A 960Hz touch sampling rate on the 144Hz OLED display makes the screen highly responsive to input, which is well suited to fast-paced interaction
The triple rear camera setup includes OIS, phase-detection autofocus, BSI sensor, and supports 8K video recording at 30 fps alongside slow-motion capture
Bluetooth audio supports aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless, giving wired and wireless listeners a wide range of high-quality audio codec options
1TB of internal storage combined with 24GB of DDR5 RAM leaves ample room for large libraries of apps, games, and media without relying on expandable storage
The under-display front camera preserves an uninterrupted screen without a notch or punch-hole cutout

Cons

No wireless charging is supported, limiting charging flexibility when a cable is unavailable
The device carries no water or dust resistance rating, leaving it unprotected against moisture exposure
There is no external memory slot, so users are locked into the fixed 1TB of onboard storage with no option to expand
At 229 g and 163.4 mm tall, the handset is relatively heavy and tall, which may be uncomfortable for one-handed use over long periods
HDR10 and HDR10+ are not supported, meaning the display cannot take advantage of HDR-graded content from streaming services that rely on those formats

Who is this for?

This device is well suited to users who demand sustained, intensive performance from a mobile handset — particularly those who engage in demanding mobile gaming, given the 960Hz touch sampling rate, 144Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and AnTuTu score exceeding three million. The 7050 mAh battery with 120W fast charging makes it a strong fit for heavy daily users who need both endurance and quick top-ups, while the 1TB of storage and 24GB of RAM accommodate large game libraries, high-resolution media, and intensive multitasking without storage anxiety. Users who prioritize high-fidelity wireless audio will also find value in the aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive codec support alongside the retained 3.5 mm jack.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who prioritize a compact, lightweight handset for comfortable one-handed use will likely find the 229 g weight and 163.4 mm height unwieldy over extended periods. The complete absence of water or dust resistance makes it a poor choice for outdoor enthusiasts, tradespeople, or anyone who regularly uses their phone in wet or dusty environments. Those who rely on wireless charging as part of their daily routine will need to adapt, as the device supports only wired charging. Additionally, users who consume HDR-graded streaming content and expect accurate HDR10 or HDR10+ rendering will not get that experience from this display.

Design:

water resistance	None
weight	229 g
thickness	8.9 mm
width	76.1 mm
height	163.4 mm
volume	110.669186 cm³
can be folded	✕

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus has a height of 163.4 mm and a width of 76.1 mm, with a thickness of 8.9 mm and a total volume of approximately 110.67 cm³. It weighs 229 g and does not fold. The device offers no water resistance rating, so it carries no protection against moisture or liquid exposure.

Display:

Display type	OLED/AMOLED
screen size	6.85"
pixel density	431 ppi
resolution	1216 x 2688 px
refresh rate	144Hz
touch sampling rate	960Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✓
supports HDR10	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
Always-On Display	✓
has a touch screen	✓

The display on the ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus uses OLED/AMOLED technology across a 6.85″ touchscreen panel, delivering a resolution of 1216 x 2688 px at a pixel density of 431 ppi. It supports a 144Hz refresh rate alongside a notably high touch sampling rate of 960Hz, and features branded damage-resistant glass for added durability. Always-On Display is available, though the screen does not support HDR10 or HDR10+.

Performance:

internal storage	1024GB
RAM	24GB
AnTuTu benchmark score	3102960
Chipset (SoC) name	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
GPU name	Adreno 830
CPU speed	2 x 4.32 & 6 x 3.53 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	10059
Geekbench 6 result (single)	3234
3DMark Wild Life benchmark	24499
3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark	6734
PCMark Work 3.0 performance benchmark	25645
GPU clock speed	1100 MHz
Has integrated LTE	✓
RAM speed	5300 MHz
semiconductor size	3 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
OpenGL version	3.2
OpenGL ES version	3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
CPU threads	8 threads
Uses HMP	✓
Has TrustZone	✓
maximum memory bandwidth	85.1 GB/s
OpenCL version	3
memory channels	2
L2 cache	12 MB
Supports ECC memory	✓
L1 cache	192 KB
maximum memory amount	24GB
uses multithreading	✓
GPU turbo	1100 MHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	8.2W
DDR memory version	5
shading units	1536
supported displays	2
L3 cache	8 MB

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 3 nm chipset running an 8-thread CPU configuration at 2 x 4.32 GHz and 6 x 3.53 GHz, supported by big.LITTLE architecture and HMP for efficient workload distribution. It pairs with 24GB of DDR5 RAM at 5300 MHz, a maximum memory bandwidth of 85.1 GB/s across 2 memory channels, and 1024GB of internal storage. The Adreno 830 GPU operates at 1100 MHz with 1536 shading units, supports DirectX 12, OpenGL 3.2, OpenGL ES 3.2, and OpenCL 3, and can drive up to 2 displays simultaneously. Cache consists of 192 KB L1, 12 MB L2, and 8 MB L3, while the chipset has a TDP of 8.2W and includes integrated LTE, TrustZone security, ECC memory support, and multithreading. Benchmark results include an AnTuTu score of 3,102,960, Geekbench 6 scores of 10,059 (multi-core) and 3,234 (single-core), 3DMark Wild Life at 24,499, 3DMark Wild Life Extreme at 6,734, and a PCMark Work 3.0 score of 25,645.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	50 & 50 & 2 MP
wide aperture (main camera)	1.9 & 2.2 & 2.4f
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	16MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✓
video recording (main camera)	4320 x 30 fps
has a BSI sensor	✓
has a CMOS sensor	✓
has continuous autofocus when recording movies	✓
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos	✓
supports slow-motion video recording	✓
has a built-in HDR mode	✓
has manual exposure	✓
has a flash	✓
has manual ISO	✓
has a serial shot mode	✓
has manual focus	✓
has a front camera	✓
Has laser autofocus	✕
Shoots 360° panorama	✕
has manual white balance	✓
has touch autofocus	✓
has manual shutter speed	✕
can create panoramas in-camera	✓
Has timelapse function	✓
Has a front-facing LED flash	✕
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera	✕
has a front-facing camera under the display	✓
Has a RGB LED flash	✕

The rear camera system on the ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus consists of three lenses — two 50 MP sensors and one 2 MP sensor — with apertures of f/1.9, f/2.2, and f/2.4 respectively, backed by CMOS and BSI sensors along with built-in optical image stabilization. Video recording reaches up to 4320 x 30 fps, and the camera also supports slow-motion recording, continuous autofocus during video, and phase-detection autofocus for stills. Manual controls cover exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, while additional shooting modes include HDR, burst, timelapse, panorama, and touch autofocus; manual shutter speed, laser autofocus, and 360° panorama are not available. A flash is present, though it is neither RGB nor front-facing. The 16 MP front camera sits under the display as a single-lens unit with no dedicated flash, and the rear camera's standard flash does not extend to the front.

Operating system:

Android version	Android 15
has clipboard warnings	✓
has location privacy options	✓
has camera/microphone privacy options	✓
has Mail Privacy Protection	✕
has theme customization	✓
can block app tracking	✓
blocks cross-site tracking	✕
has on-device machine learning	✓
has notification permissions	✓
has media picker	✓
Can play games while they download	✓
has dark mode	✓
has Wi-Fi password sharing	✕
has battery health check	✓
has an extra dim mode	✓
has focus modes	✕
has dynamic theming	✓
can offload apps	✓
Has customizable notifications	✓
has Live Text	✓
has full-page screenshots	✓
supports split screen	✓
gets direct OS updates	✕
has PiP	✓
Can be used as a PC	✕
Has sharing intents	✓
has a child lock	✓
Supports widgets	✓
Is free and open source	✓
Has offline voice recognition	✓
has voice commands	✓
Tracks the current position of a mobile device	✓
is a multi-user system	✓
has Quick Start	✕

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus runs Android 15 and includes a broad set of privacy controls, covering location access, camera and microphone permissions, clipboard warnings, and app tracking blocking, though Mail Privacy Protection and cross-site tracking blocking are not available. Customization options extend to dynamic theming, theme customization, dark mode, extra dim mode, widgets, and customizable notifications, while productivity is supported through split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page screenshots, a media picker, sharing intents, Live Text, and the ability to play games while they download. The OS also features on-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, voice commands, multi-user support, app offloading, battery health check, and device tracking, though focus modes, Wi-Fi password sharing, Quick Start, and PC mode are absent. Direct OS updates from the vendor are not provided, and the platform is free and open source.

Battery:

battery power	7050 mAh
has wireless charging	✕
Supports fast charging	✓
charging speed	120W
comes with a charger	✓
has a removable battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
Battery life	24 hours
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus houses a 7050 mAh rechargeable, non-removable battery with a rated battery life of 24 hours. It supports 120W wired fast charging, and a charger is included in the box, though wireless charging is not available. A battery level indicator is present to keep track of remaining charge.

Audio:

has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has stereo speakers	✓
has aptX	✕
has aptX HD	✓
has aptX Adaptive	✓
has aptX Lossless	✓
Has a radio	✕
number of microphones	3

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus includes stereo speakers and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, along with three microphones for audio capture. Bluetooth audio codec support covers aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless, though standard aptX is not listed as supported. The device does not have a built-in radio.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
SIM cards	2 SIM
Bluetooth version	5.4
has an external memory slot	✕
Has USB Type-C	✓
USB version	3.2
has NFC	✓
download speed	10000 MBits/s
upload speed	3500 MBits/s
Has a fingerprint scanner	✓
has a gyroscope	✓
Has a heart rate monitor	✕
has GPS	✓
has a compass	✓
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has an infrared sensor	✓
has an accelerometer	✓
has a cellular module	✓
Has a barometer	✕
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
Has an iris scanner	✕
Stylus included	✕
supports Galileo	✓

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus supports 5G connectivity and accommodates two SIM cards, with download speeds reaching 10,000 Mbits/s and upload speeds of 3,500 Mbits/s. Wi-Fi coverage spans Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, 6E, and 7, while Bluetooth 5.4 and NFC are also on board. The USB Type-C port operates at USB 3.2, though there is no external memory slot. Sensors include a fingerprint scanner, gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, GPS with Galileo support, and an infrared sensor; a barometer, heart rate monitor, iris scanner, and 3D facial recognition are not present. No stylus is included with the device.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has a curved display	✕

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus includes a video light for use during video recording, and its display has a flat rather than curved panel.

Final Verdict

The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro Plus is a purpose-built device for users who place raw performance and display responsiveness at the top of their priorities. Anchored by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 24GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 960Hz touch sampling rate on a 144Hz OLED panel, it delivers a technically dense specification sheet that few handsets at this form factor can match. The 7050 mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging addresses endurance concerns without sacrificing charging speed, and the broad audio codec support rounds out a well-equipped package for media and gaming use alike. Its size and weight, the lack of water resistance, and the absence of wireless charging and HDR10 support do place practical constraints on the device, meaning it appeals most strongly to a specific type of user rather than a general audience. For those whose usage patterns align with what it offers, the Red Magic 10 Pro Plus represents a highly capable, spec-driven handset that makes few compromises where performance is concerned.