Tech Blog #97 | ZTE Red Magic 8S Pro+ - Purely for Gaming...

ZTE's Nubia smartphone series is for gaming smartphones. Their smartphones is for searching boundaries of performance of a particular processor. When they release a smartphone in a year, it is probably the best gaming smartphone for that year. So let's take a look at this year's ZTE Red Magic 8S Pro+.

The ZTE Red Magic 8S Pro+ has a glass front and back, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame. The inclusion of an aviation grade aluminum middle frame suggests strong construction. Additionally, it is mentioned to have pressure-sensitive zones and a built-in cooling fan, indicating the focus on gaming comfort and performance. The cooling fan is visible and literally hears its sound while working.

The smartphone sports a large 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz and a touch sampling rate of 960Hz. There are two shoulder triggers with 520Hz touch sampling rate (7.4ms response time), ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. The screen has a resolution just higher than 1080P and a pixel density of around 400 PPI. With its vibrant colors, high brightness of 1300 nits (peak), and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, the display offers an uninterrupted experience because of the under-display selfie camera.

Under the hood, the Red Magic 8S Pro+ features the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset. It has an octa-core CPU configuration and Adreno 740 GPU running at 719 MHz ensures smooth graphics performance, ideal for gaming and other demanding tasks. It uses UFS 4.0 storage technology and LPDDR5X RAM technology, which is the most advanced and the best.

The Red Magic 8S Pro+ is equipped with a triple-camera setup on the back. It features a 50 MP primary camera with a wide lens and PDAF (Phase Detection Autofocus). Additionally, there is an 8 MP ultrawide camera with a 120˚ field of view for capturing wide-angle shots, and a useless 2 MP macro camera. For selfies, it has a 16 MP front camera placed under the display. So it won't deliver the better selfies or selfie videos. You have to sacrifice that for the gaming experience you looking for.

The Red Magic 8S Pro+ reportedly houses a 5000mAh non-removable battery. It is advertised to support an incredibly fast 165W wired charging capability with PD3.0, claiming a full charge in just 14 minutes. This feature ensures minimal downtime and allows users to quickly get back into their gaming sessions. The Pro version has a 6000mAh battery because it has slow charging. Here, battery size has dialed down to emphasize the full-charge time.

The device includes stereo speakers for an immersive audio experience and even features a 3.5mm headphone jack for those who prefer lag-free audio connectivity while gaming. The Red Magic 8S Pro+ also incorporates a range of sensors, including an under-display optical fingerprint sensor, pressure trigger sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, and compass.

The pricing information provided indicates an estimated price of around 700 EUR for the Red Magic 8S Pro+. There are a few versions of the smartphone. So, it is essential to note that pricing can vary depending on the market and other factors.

Overall, based on the specifications provided, the ZTE nubia Red Magic 8S Pro+ Gaming Smartphone appears to be a high-performance device with a focus on gaming capabilities. Its powerful processor, immersive display, advanced cooling, and fast charging make it an attractive choice for gamers.