REDMAGIC 10s Pro: Upgrade Worth It?

At Droid Gamers, we extensively cover REDMAGIC devices—including our recent review of the 10 Air just last week.

Designed specifically for gamers, these phones demonstrate thoughtful innovation. As we noted in our Air review, Nubia consistently refines each generation rather than resting on its reputation for delivering powerful gaming smartphones.

The newly launched 10s Pro arrives less than a year after its predecessor, promising notable improvements over the 10 Pro. But what exactly sets it apart from its still-recent counterpart? Let's examine the details.

Initial Observations

Unboxing reveals subtle aesthetic refinements—the 10s Pro features sleeker graphite accents and a transparent glass back showcasing internal components.

The design maintains elegant simplicity with discreet gaming controls and strategically placed buttons.

Technical Specifications

REDMAGIC's signature powerhouse performance shines here. The expansive 6.85-inch display delivers vibrant visuals whether gaming or streaming content.

While maintaining core features like the dual-speaker setup and massive 7050mAh battery with 80W GaN charging, hardware upgrades include:

• CPU boosted from 4.32 GHz to 1100 MHz
• GPU enhanced from 4.47 GHz to 1200 MHz

Gaming Capabilities

As expected, the 10s Pro handles demanding titles flawlessly—delivering smooth performance without overheating or excessive fan noise.

Battery endurance impresses during extended sessions, while the 3.5mm jack enables immersive audio without bothering others.

Gaming-Centric Features

The capacitive shoulder buttons provide responsive tactile controls, though we'll need more testing time.

Game Space software offers streamlined access to:

• Performance plugins
• Peripheral controls
• Custom recording tools
• AI-generated control schemes (surprisingly effective)

Final Assessment

While the 10s Pro delivers exceptional gaming performance, incremental improvements over its still-capable predecessor make upgrades difficult to justify unless coming from older models.

For serious mobile gamers with aging devices, this represents one of today's strongest options.