Nubia’s sub-brand Red Magic is all set to expand its flagship gaming smartphone lineup with the Red Magic 10 Air, which is scheduled to launch in China on April 16. The company confirmed the launch date via a Weibo post, also revealing design details and color options. The Red Magic 10 Air will join the Red Magic 10 Pro and Red Magic 10 Pro+, which debuted in November 2024.
Design, Colors & Build
The Red Magic 10 Air will be available in Flame Orange, Frost Blade White, and Shadow Black color variants. Design renders shared on Weibo reveal a dual-camera setup on the back and a stylish gamer-centric design. The Flame Orange variant confirms the use of the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset.
The company also disclosed that the device will sport a metallic middle frame and will be just 7.85mm thick, making it one of the slimmest gaming phones. With a weight of 205 grams, the Red Magic 10 Air aims to offer a lightweight yet powerful gaming experience.
Display & Security
As per the TENAA certification listing, the Red Magic 10 Air will feature a 6.8-inch 1.5K OLED display with a resolution of 1,116 x 2,480 pixels. The display will likely support a high refresh rate, ideal for gaming, and include an in-display fingerprint sensor for secure access.
Performance & Storage
The phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, paired with up to 24GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. It will be available in 12GB, 16GB, and 24GB RAM variants along with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options—positioning it as a beast for multitasking and gaming performance.
Cameras
In the camera department, the Red Magic 10 Air is expected to include a dual 50MP rear camera setup. For selfies and video calls, a 16MP front camera will be housed in the front panel.
Battery & Charging
The TENAA listing reveals a 5,860mAh rated battery, which could be marketed as 6,000mAh. The device will support 80W fast charging, as confirmed by China’s 3C certification site. It will also come with an IR blaster, enhancing its versatility.
📊 Expected Price & Availability
While official pricing has not been disclosed, the Red Magic 10 Air is expected to be priced competitively in the gaming smartphone segment. Given the specifications, the base variant could be priced around ¥3,999 CNY (approx. ₹47,000 or $550 USD), with higher-end variants going beyond that.
Why It Matters
With the launch of the Red Magic 10 Air, Nubia continues to push the envelope in the mobile gaming space. The device’s high-end specs, powerful chipset, ultra-fast charging, and sleek design make it a strong contender in the global gaming phone market. It also marks another significant step in the evolution of premium smartphones built for high performance.
