Red Magic 7
165W charging gaming beast with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.
The Nubia Red Magic 7 is a flagship Nubia smartphone released Feb 2022, with a launch price of $629. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 with a 6.8" FHD+ AMOLED 165Hz display, a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro main camera and a 4500 mAh, 165W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 85/100 — Fastest-charging gaming phone. Standout strengths: 165w charging — 0 to 100 in ~15 minutes and 165hz display + 500hz triggers. Main trade-off: camera remains an afterthought.
Fastest-charging gaming phone.
Red Magic 7 added optional 165W charging — a full top-up in about 15 minutes — to its 165Hz display, active cooling fan and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The fan tamed the notoriously hot chip while the camera stayed a clear afterthought.
Read the full review- 165W charging — 0 to 100 in ~15 minutes
- 165Hz display + 500Hz triggers
- Active fan keeps 8 Gen 1 cool, 3.5 mm jack
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Red Magic 7 compares
| Red Magic 7 | Galaxy S25 | Z70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 85 | 85 | 84 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Display | 6.8" FHD+ AMOLED 165Hz | 6.2" LTPO AMOLED | 6.85" flat AMOLED 144 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.59 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, 165W | 4,000 mAh | 6,150 mAh |
| Launch price | $629 | $799 | $749 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Red Magic 7 released?
The Red Magic 7 was released in Feb 2022.
How much does the Red Magic 7 cost?
The Red Magic 7 launched at $629 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Red Magic 7 screen size and type?
The Red Magic 7 has a 6.8" FHD+ AMOLED 165Hz display.
What chipset does the Red Magic 7 use?
The Red Magic 7 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Red Magic 7 have?
The Red Magic 7 ships with 12/16/18 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Red Magic 7 battery capacity?
The Red Magic 7 has a 4500 mAh, 165W battery.
What is the Red Magic 7 main camera?
The Red Magic 7 has a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro main camera.
Does the Red Magic 7 have 5G?
The Red Magic 7 supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
Does the Red Magic 7 have a headphone jack?
The Red Magic 7 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Red Magic 7 weigh?
The Red Magic 7 weighs 215 g.
What colours does the Red Magic 7 come in?
The Red Magic 7 is available in 3 colours: Obsidian, Pulsar (transparent), Supernova.
Is the Red Magic 7 worth buying?
Red Magic 7 added optional 165W charging — a full top-up in about 15 minutes — to its 165Hz display, active cooling fan and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The fan tamed the notoriously hot chip while the camera stayed a clear afterthought. SpecEagle gives the Red Magic 7 an editorial score of 85/100.
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