Red Magic 6R
The slim, fan-less gaming phone you can carry every day.
The Nubia Red Magic 6R is a flagship Nubia smartphone released Jun 2021, with a launch price of $520. It pairs the Snapdragon 888 with a 6.67" FHD+ AMOLED 144Hz display, a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera and a 4200 mAh, 30W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 82/100 — Gaming you can pocket. Standout strengths: slim 7.8 mm / 186 g — usable as a daily phone and 144hz + snapdragon 888 + shoulder triggers. Main trade-off: no internal fan — thermal throttling under long sessions.
Gaming you can pocket.
Red Magic 6R stripped out the internal fan to deliver a slim, lightweight gaming phone you could actually carry every day — keeping the 144Hz display, Snapdragon 888 and shoulder triggers in a body that didn't scream "gamer".
Read the full review- Slim 7.8 mm / 186 g — usable as a daily phone
- 144Hz + Snapdragon 888 + shoulder triggers
- More restrained design than the fan models
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Red Magic 6R released?
The Red Magic 6R was released in Jun 2021.
How much does the Red Magic 6R cost?
The Red Magic 6R launched at $520 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Red Magic 6R screen size and type?
The Red Magic 6R has a 6.67" FHD+ AMOLED 144Hz display.
What chipset does the Red Magic 6R use?
The Red Magic 6R is powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Red Magic 6R have?
The Red Magic 6R ships with 8/12 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Red Magic 6R battery capacity?
The Red Magic 6R has a 4200 mAh, 30W battery.
What is the Red Magic 6R main camera?
The Red Magic 6R has a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera.
Does the Red Magic 6R have 5G?
The Red Magic 6R supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
How much does the Red Magic 6R weigh?
The Red Magic 6R weighs 186 g.
What colours does the Red Magic 6R come in?
The Red Magic 6R is available in 3 colours: Eclipse, Aurora, Ghost.
Is the Red Magic 6R worth buying?
Red Magic 6R stripped out the internal fan to deliver a slim, lightweight gaming phone you could actually carry every day — keeping the 144Hz display, Snapdragon 888 and shoulder triggers in a body that didn't scream "gamer". SpecEagle gives the Red Magic 6R an editorial score of 82/100.
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