Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
207 g |
| thickness |
8 mm |
| width |
76.5 mm |
| height |
163.8 mm |
| volume |
100.2456 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| waterproof depth rating |
1.5 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Red Magic Air offers a sleek design with a weight of 207g and dimensions of 163.8 mm in height, 76.5 mm in width, and a thickness of 8 mm. It features water resistance with an IP54 rating and can withstand being submerged up to a depth of 1.5 meters. While it does not have a rugged build or a foldable design, it maintains a solid construction for everyday use.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.85" |
| pixel density |
431 ppi |
| resolution |
1216 x 2688 px |
| refresh rate |
144Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
360Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia Red Magic Air features a large 6.85″ OLED/AMOLED display with a sharp resolution of 1216 x 2688 px and a pixel density of 431 ppi, offering vibrant visuals. It includes Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for enhanced durability, as well as a 144Hz refresh rate and a 360Hz touch sampling rate for smooth and responsive interaction. The display also supports an Always-On feature, though it does not support HDR10, Dolby Vision, or a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| 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 |
| 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 Air is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, coupled with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, ensuring strong performance for multitasking and gaming. With a CPU clock speed of 2 x 4.32 GHz and 6 x 3.53 GHz, along with the Adreno 830 GPU running at 1100 MHz, it supports smooth graphics rendering and high-speed processing. The device also features 8 CPU threads, multithreading support, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 85.1 GB/s, making it capable of handling demanding applications efficiently.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 8 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2.2 & 1.9f |
| 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 dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| 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 |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| 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 |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Red Magic Air features a dual-lens main camera with 50 MP and 8 MP sensors, offering a wide aperture of 2.2f and 1.9f. It includes optical image stabilization for steady shots and supports manual controls like ISO, exposure, and focus. The camera also supports features such as HDR, slow-motion video, and continuous autofocus for videos, while the front camera offers a 16 MP resolution with a wide aperture of 2f.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 16 |
| 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 Air runs on Android 16 and offers various privacy and customization features. It includes options like clipboard warnings, location privacy, and camera/microphone access control. Additionally, users can enjoy dark mode, split screen functionality, and features like Live Text and scrolling screenshots. While it supports offloading apps and dynamic theming, it does not offer Mail Privacy Protection or Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
7000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
80W |
| wireless charging speed |
80W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a robust 7000 mAh battery, supporting both fast charging and wireless charging at speeds of up to 80W. It also includes a battery level indicator and a rechargeable battery, but lacks reverse wireless charging and a removable battery. While wireless charging offers convenience, the device does not feature the ability to remove the battery for replacement.
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 |
✕ |
The device is equipped with stereo speakers, providing a more immersive audio experience. However, it lacks a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired headphones, as well as support for advanced Bluetooth codecs like aptX or its HD, Adaptive, or Lossless versions. Additionally, the device does not include a radio feature.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
January 2026 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), 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 |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| 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 |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity and comes with a variety of wireless options, including Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. It also features NFC for easy pairing and communication with compatible devices. Other notable connectivity features include a USB Type-C port, GPS, and a fingerprint scanner for security, while lacking support for an external memory slot or emergency SOS via satellite.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light to enhance your video recordings. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, curved display, or an e-paper display.