Nubia has officially launched the Red Magic 11 Air in China, setting a new benchmark for mobile gaming hardware. This flagship device combines a slim profile with high-performance internals, including an advanced cooling system and an industry-leading battery capacity designed for intensive use.
Display and Visual Performance
The device features a 6.85-inch 1.5K full-screen display with a resolution of 2,688×1,216 pixels. Primarily designed for fluidity, the panel supports a 144Hz refresh rate and provides a 95.1% screen-to-body ratio. To ensure eye comfort during long sessions, it includes Star Shield Eye Protection Technology 2.0 and high-frequency PWM dimming. Gamers will benefit from Magic Touch 3.0, offering an instantaneous touch response rate of up to 2,500Hz.
Flagship Specs and Gaming Enhancements
At its core, the Red Magic 11 Air is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, working alongside a dedicated RedCore R4 gaming chip. It offers configurations with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x Ultra RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. The handset runs on RedMagic OS 11.0, based on Android 16.
Key gaming features include:
- Dual 520Hz professional shoulder trigger buttons.
- ICE Magic Cooling System featuring dual active fans and a large vapor chamber.
- Cube Sky Engine 3.0 for optimized performance.
- Built-in PC emulator and bypass charging support.
Camera and Battery Life
Despite its gaming focus, the phone carries a capable camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens. A 16-megapixel camera is hidden under the display to keep the screen notch-free. Powering the device is a massive 7,000mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging, ensuring minimal downtime.
Pricing and Availability
The Red Magic 11 Air is priced starting at CNY 3,699 (approximately $510) for the 12GB+256GB variant. It is currently available in Quantum Black and Stardust White, with an Aurora Silver edition expected to launch later this year.