RedMagic 7 was tested and found to have good performance and a unique design.
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| [ZTE Red Magic 7] |
Are you seeking for a strong smartphone with a unique design? So, here comes the all-new Redmagic 7 (a ZTE Nubia brand): a smartphone designed specifically for video gaming aficionados, with cutting-edge technology and extremely high performance.
A model with a very unique design, featuring multiple coloured LEDs and also available in a transparent back option.
So let's have a look at all of the new Redmagic 7's features and performance.
ZTE RedMagic 7 Design
The Redmagic 7 is a smartphone that, due to its unique appearance, does not go overlooked. There are three varieties available: Obsidian (black), Pulsar (multicoloured), and Supernova (with transparent back) (the variant we tested).
The Red Magic logo is illuminated in red on all three variants. In addition, the Obsidian and Pulsar models include a twin RGB LED in the centre of the back.
We continue with the Supernova model, which is distinguished by its semi-transparent rear, which shows internal components such as the cooling fan with 4-color LEDs. The fan has two intake sockets on the right side (side and rear), and the hot air is ejected on the left side (smartphone face down).
Let's not forget the Redmagic 7's materials, which include a metal body and a glass back; let's move on to the front, which has thin borders above and below the display that are covered by a pre-applied film. No holes or notches on the screen, with the front chamber fitted in the upper edge and a rapid facial unlock.
Let's start with the controls, beginning on the right with the power button and two high sensitivity touch buttons (trigger with sampling rate of 500 Hz) for usage in video games. However, on the other side, there is a volume rocker and a choice for accessing the "Game Space" menu, which we shall look at later.
Finally, don't forget about the headphone jack at the top and the slot for the two Nano Sims on the bottom, which also houses the USB Type-C port and the speaker. The Redmagic 7 supports stereo sound owing to the ear capsule.
We finish with dimensions of 170 x 78 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 215 grammes.
Technical Characteristics of RedMagic 7
Below are the complete technical specifications of the Redmagic 7:
-Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
-RAM: 12/16/18 GB LPDDR5
-Memory: 128/256 GB UFS 3.1 not expandable
-Display: 6.8 ", AMOLED, 2400x1080, 165 Hz, 1.07 billion colors , 700 nits brightness, 720Hz touch sampling rate, integrated fingerprint sensor, Gorilla Glass 5
protection - Rear cameras: 64 MP main, 8 MP wide angle and 2 MP
macro - Front camera: 8 MP
- Audio: stereo (speaker + ear capsule) with DTS: X Ultra Surround
- Connectivity: dual Sim, 5G, Wi-Fi 6 dual band, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB Type-C with video output, 3.5 mm audio jack
- Battery: 4.500 mAh with 65W fast chargingBelow are the complete technical specifications of the Redmagic 7:
-Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
-RAM: 12/16/18 GB LPDDR5
-Memory: 128/256 GB UFS 3.1 not expandable
-Display: 6.8 ", AMOLED, 2400x1080, 165 Hz, 1.07 billion colors , 700 nits brightness, 720Hz touch sampling rate, integrated fingerprint sensor, Gorilla Glass 5
protection - Rear cameras: 64 MP main, 8 MP wide angle and 2 MP
macro - Front camera: 8 MP
- Audio: stereo (speaker + ear capsule) with DTS: X Ultra Surround
- Connectivity: dual Sim, 5G, Wi-Fi 6 dual band, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB Type-C with video output, 3.5 mm audio jack
- Battery: 4.500 mAh with 65W fast charging
The innovative ICE 8.0 active cooling system with a vapour chamber and a 20,000 rpm fan completes the technical attributes study. A copper foil with excellent thermal conductivity, cooling gel, a graphite thermal pad, and an aeronautical aluminium heat sink are also used in the system.
Software Analysis of RedMagic 7
Let's go into the software of this smartphone, which is powered by the RedMagic OS 5 operating system based on Android 12, with a January 2022 security patch. The software is in Italian and contains various translation mistakes.
Let's start with the launcher, which contains gestures that may be used in place of traditional Android instructions, Google News, which can be accessed with a swipe to the right, and the app drawer. We also recall the one-handed mode, the always-on display, and the sidebar with user-selected apps.
We also suggest the potential of using the embedded fingerprint sensor (which is quick and accurate) as a heart rate metre (quite reliable).
There are other options for controlling the fan and the LEDs on the back. In the Obsidian and Pulsar variants, for example, the centre one may light up when a notification is received.
Finally, there's the comprehensive camera management software, which contains a slew of functions including Pro, Night, Portrait, Slow motion, and Timelapse modes. HDR and automated scene recognition are also available.
Game Space
Let's look at the "Game Space," a menu available via the picker on the left side of the smartphone. Software designed to control a wide range of gaming aspects, beginning with the performance of the mobile phone.
When we start a video game, we see two side panels that we may activate by swiping towards the centre of the screen. Menus that enable you to control a variety of operations, beginning with the setup of the back buttons; throughout the game, you may set them to imitate screen touches when pushed.
Furthermore, using various plugins, you can activate the Macro function, which allows you to record a series of touches to be reproduced on the screen, enable a large viewfinder, which is useful in FPS, activate timers to monitor game times, write notes or instructions during games, and view maps or other photos in videogames. There are several choices for controlling the refresh rate of the screen, the fan, and the disabling of alerts and phone calls. Not to mention the ability to capture screenshots and video recordings of gaming sessions, as well as start applications in Picture in Picture mode such as Discord, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Telegram.
User experience and price of RedMagic 7
Let us conclude our Redmagic 7 review with our user experience. Our overall impression is quite positive. In fact, Redmagic makes the greatest gaming phone on the market right now. A extremely powerful and full smartphone with cutting-edge technology that allows for exceptional performance in a wide range of video games. The backbones are beneficial in numerous games, and the operating system and programme performance is great, with a very quick memory and an interface that is constantly smooth and dynamic.
Despite its size, the construction quality and ergonomics are unquestionably superb, with a very out-of-the-ordinary design.
Similar assessment for the high brightness screen with a very high adaptive refresh rate (60, 90, 120, 165 Hz) (the frequency will be automatically adjusted according to use).
The domain of stereo, strong, and high-quality audio does not disappoint. Let us now turn our attention to the battery, which allows for a pretty intensive day of usage with an hour of play. The integrated 65W fast charger charges the device to 100 percent in 25 minutes. Redmagic 7 also supports the charge separation function, which allows you to directly power your phone without using the battery; this is a valuable capability for extending the life of the accumulator.
When it comes to the performance of the back primary camera, it produces high-quality images throughout the day. Good 4K footage, but the 8K feature is pointless. Only the Night mode and wide angle are fair judgments; the 2 MP macro is not really useful. Selfies are evaluated similarly.
When it comes to the performance of the back primary camera, it produces high-quality images throughout the day. Good 4K footage, but the 8K feature is pointless. Only the Night mode and wide angle are fair judgments; the 2 MP macro is not really useful. Selfies are evaluated similarly.
Excellent cooling system is capable of keeping the smartphone constantly chilled and at peak performance even after hard and lengthy gaming sessions. Cooling system that operates even when the battery is being recharged.
Excellent app with a plethora of useful functions; shame about the frequent translation issues. The quality/price ratio is excellent.
Here are all the details on versions and prices:
- Obsidian with 12GB of Ram and 128GB of memory for 629 euros
- Pulsar 16 / 256GB for 729 euros
- Supernova (version with transparent back under test) 18 / 256GB: 799 euros.
[Price are applicable for EU and European markets]