REDMAGIC 10 Pro - The New King of Gaming Phones?

The REDMAGIC 10 Pro is a gaming phone with flagship specs for a price starting at \$650, offering a 6.85-inch AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, and 100W fast charging. While lacking an IP rating, wireless charging, and expandable storage, it features a unique OS with built-in games, customizable RGB lighting, and a powerful cooling system, making it a compelling choice for gamers and those seeking a high-performance, affordable smartphone.

Phone Specifications

• 00:00:05 The REDMAGIC 10 Pro is available for a starting price of \$650 and comes in three colors: Shadow, Moonlight, and Dusk. It has a 6.85-inch BOE AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 2000-nit peak brightness. Additionally, it is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor with the Adreno 740 GPU and has variants with 12GB, 16GB, or 24GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.

USA Compatibility

• 00:06:01 The REDMAGIC 10 Pro is compatible with US cellular networks. It supports dual SIM cards with 5G connectivity and works with carriers like AT&T. The phone comes with a clear protective case and a 100W fast charger in the box, unlike some other manufacturers who have started removing chargers.

REDMAGIC OS

• 00:07:00 The phone uses RedMagic OS 10, which is a customized version of Android 13. The OS has features such as a unique UI with recommended games and news, quick toggles for screen recording, cooling fan, NFC, and more. There's a built-in option to switch back to Google's home screen for users who prefer it.

Super Wallpapers

• 00:08:43 The phone has a distinctive feature: 'Super Wallpapers'. These are live wallpapers that include interactive games. Examples include Tetris, Tic-Tac-Toe, various arcade-style games, and others, directly embedded into the wallpaper interface, adding an entertainment dimension.

Theme & Personalization

• 00:16:19 REDMAGIC 10 Pro offers a wide range of theme and personalization options. Users can select from various themes, customize the lock screen, choose their preferred fonts, and adjust the size of the text. It also allows for adjustments to the animations and effects across the OS.

Cooling System

• 00:19:59 The REDMAGIC 10 Pro features a robust cooling system, including an RGB turbo cooling fan that spins up to 23,000 RPM, and RGB lights on the back. It also has a customizable startup sound and lighting sequence, allowing for a personalized gaming experience. The phone has various modes for heat dissipation, including balanced, fast, and customizable settings for fan operation during charging or calls.

Gaming Performance

• 00:33:13 The REDMAGIC 10 Pro's gaming features include a 'Game Space' accessible through a dedicated side switch. The phone provides a suite of options to optimize gaming experiences, such as customizable touch and performance settings. It performs well with games like Asphalt 9 and Genshin Impact.

Camera Performance

• 00:45:27 The camera system on the REDMAGIC 10 Pro is considered a potential downside by the reviewer. While the daytime photos are good, the zoom capabilities are not as impressive as flagship phones. It has a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro sensor. The under-display front camera is also not considered top-tier but is functional for basic video calls and photos.

IR Blaster

• 00:51:21 The REDMAGIC 10 Pro includes an IR blaster that can be used to control various devices like TVs, cable boxes, speakers, and air conditioners. The reviewer highlights the IR blaster's versatility and convenience in controlling multiple devices from a single phone.