Red Magic 9S Pro Review

Jul 17, 2024

Lecture Notes: Red Magic 9S Pro Review

Introduction

  • Presenter: Chris from Techert
  • Topic: Red Magic 9S Pro Review
  • Comparison with ASUS ROG Phone 8
  • Differences from Red Magic 9 Pro are minor refinements
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Unboxing

  • Contents Inside the Box:
    • Protective cover (partial protection)
    • Quick start guide
    • USB charging cable (bright red)
    • Power adapter (two-pin)

Design and Build

  • First Impressions: Similar to Red Magic 9 Pro
    • Appearance: Glass slab, flat iPhone-style edges
    • Colors: Black Review model (four new color options available)
  • Front:
    • Display: Almost bezel-less, under-display selfie camera
  • Frame:
    • Brushed metal, circular power button, volume controls, vent, shoulder triggers, bright red gaming mode switch
  • Back: Transparent design, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 branding
  • Ports:
    • SIM tray, USB charging port, headphone jack

Software

  • OS: Red Magic OS 9.0 on Android 14
  • Features:
    • Customization: Fingerprint sensor animation, RGB lighting
    • Interactive wallpaper
    • Issues: Greasy and grimy back glass

Gaming Features

  • Gaming Mode: Activated via switch
    • Settings: Cooling system, performance modes, Adreno GPU features, screen sensitivity
    • Virtual Assistant: Mora (limited functionality, dress-up feature)
  • Storage: 256 or 512 GB
  • Game Menu:
    • Tools: Performance mode adjustment, notification settings, snapshot, call rejection, gamepad connection, charge bypass, shoulder trigger setup
  • Performance: Overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, solid gaming performance
    • Cooling System: Ice 13.5, vapor chamber, subtle fan

Display and Sound

  • Display:
    • Size: 6.8-inch
    • Resolution: Full HD
    • Refresh Rate: 120Hz
    • Features: AMOLED, under-display selfie camera
  • Sound:
    • Stereo speakers: Loud, DTS:X Ultra support
    • Headphone Jack: Available

Battery

  • Capacity: 6500mAh
  • Performance: Drains slightly faster than Red Magic 9 Pro
    • Gaming time: ~5 hours on a full charge
  • Charging: 80W fast charging, battery bypass feature

Camera

  • Main Camera:
    • 50MP Samsung GN5 primary shooter
    • 50MP Samsung GN1 ultra-wide angle
    • Features: Pro mode, night mode, portrait mode
    • Video: Up to 8K resolution at 30 FPS, 4K at 30/60 FPS
  • Selfie Camera: Under-display, poor quality, up to full HD video

Conclusion

  • Overall Assessment: Minor upgrades from Red Magic 9 Pro, no need to upgrade [if you have 9 Pro]
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