RedMagic 11S Pro vs Pro+: Performance, Cooling & Battery Compared

The Red Magic 11S Pro series includes two models: the Red Magic 11S Pro and the Red Magic 11S Pro+. As among the first domestically produced gaming phones to feature the fifth-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Edition, this series has implemented differentiated designs in areas such as performance output, cooling systems, and battery configuration. The two models maintain consistent core hardware specifications, but have clear distinctions in cooling solutions, battery capacity, charging power, memory versions, and pricing. This article organizes viewpoints from multiple review sources across several evaluation dimensions to provide consumers with objective parameter and experience comparison information.

01 Performance Comparison: Snapdragon 8 Elite and Dual-Chip Collaboration

The entire Red Magic 11S Pro series is equipped with the fifth-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Edition processor. This chip uses the same manufacturing process as the standard version, but has undergone Red Magic's triple rigorous selection process. According to multiple source reports, the chip is first physically selected from the central area of the wafer for individuals with optimal electrical performance, then progressively overclocked to 4.74GHz peak frequency via automated test equipment, and finally subjected to adaptive voltage regulation testing in high-temperature environments — only chips that can remain stable without throttling under various harsh conditions earn the "Leading Edition" designation. By comparison, the Red Magic 11S Pro and Pro+ are completely identical in processor specifications, both featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Edition at 4.74GHz.

In terms of auxiliary chips, both models are equipped with the RedCore R4 proprietary esports chip and the CUBE Titan Game Engine 3.0. The RedCore R4 esports chip can invoke GPU-dedicated high-speed video memory for graphics load rendering optimization, reducing the number of accesses to system memory, shortening data paths, and reducing bandwidth pressure. In terms of storage combinations, the entire lineup uses LPDDR5X Ultra specification memory and UFS 4.1 specification flash storage. Regarding AnTuTu benchmark scores, multiple real-world test results show the Red Magic 11S Pro+ achieving comprehensive AnTuTu scores in the range of 4.3 million to 4.6 million points; some sources mention that due to the impact of rising memory prices, the storage specification was adjusted from the previous LPDDR5T to LPDDR5X Ultra.

Regarding performance release strategy, one source noted that the Red Magic 11S Pro+ is tuned more aggressively, "setting the thermal wall at around 85°C, a typical 'hot but no throttling' approach." In Geekbench 6 testing, single-core scores were approximately 3,500 to 4,010 points, and multi-core scores were approximately 11,200 to 11,434 points. Overall, the two models have no differences in processor and auxiliary chip configuration; the stability of performance output primarily depends on the cooling system configuration.

02 Cooling Systems: The Difference Between Air Cooling and Air-Water Dual Cooling

The cooling system is one of the most central differentiating designs between the Red Magic 11S Pro and Pro+. According to multiple source reports, the Red Magic 11S Pro features the "Wind Rider 4.0" active cooling fan, adopting a through-channel airflow design with 24,000 RPM speed; the fan blades have been upgraded to a 43-blade ultra-thin forward-swept curved arc structure, which improves air pressure and sweep area while keeping noise below 30dB, and supports IPX8 water resistance rating.

The Red Magic 11S Pro+, on top of the air cooling, additionally features a pulsating liquid cooling engine, using the same fluorinated cooling fluid as AI servers, with a liquid operational range covering -60°C to 108°C, driven by a micro ceramic pump with power consumption as low as 80mW and output pressure reaching 100kPa. One source mentioned that the new curved liquid flow channel can improve circulation speed by 10% compared to the previous generation. Additionally, the Pro+ also supports a "liquid cooling halo" visualization effect under the transparent back cover, presenting dynamic visual aesthetics as the cooling liquid flows.

Regarding real-world performance, multiple sources reported the Red Magic 11S Pro+'s temperature control effectiveness in gaming scenarios. Running Genshin Impact at highest graphics settings + 144Hz mode for 30 minutes, the front surface temperature of the device was approximately 39.6°C to 42.1°C; in Honkai: Star Rail's "Golden Hour" scene, the average frame rate was 60.96 fps, the 1% Low frame rate was nearly identical to the average frame rate, the front surface maximum temperature was 42.2°C, and the back surface maximum was 42°C; in Delta Force at HD + 144fps mode, the device surface maximum temperature was approximately 41°C. One source pointed out that the Red Magic 11S Pro+ triggered system protection due to excessively high temperatures during heavy load stress testing, with the test being forcibly interrupted at the 14th round, and the SoC reaching a maximum temperature of 84°C — representing a tuning strategy of "scorching the owner but never throttling."

By comparison, the Pro version only features air cooling, while the Pro+ has an air-plus-water dual cooling system — this is the main distinction in cooling configuration between the two models. Some sources believe this cooling system "packs server-grade cooling into a phone body," calling it "a dimensional strike that other phones can hardly replicate."

03 Battery and Charging: The Trade-off Between Large Battery and High Power

Regarding battery configuration, the Red Magic 11S Pro series adopts two different battery and charging solutions. According to multiple source reports, the Red Magic 11S Pro is equipped with an 8,000mAh "Niu Mo Wang" battery supporting 80W wired fast charging; the Red Magic 11S Pro+ is equipped with a 7,500mAh "Niu Mo Wang" battery supporting 120W wired fast charging with the addition of 80W wireless charging. Both models support bypass charging (charge separation) functionality, enabling simultaneous gaming and charging without damaging the battery.

Regarding real-world test data, one source recorded the Red Magic 11S Pro+'s charging and battery performance: in 120W fast charging mode, a full charge is achieved in 51 to 62 minutes; after 6 consecutive hours of high-intensity mixed use, remaining battery was 53%; in 80W wireless charging mode, remaining battery after a three-hour endurance test was 82%. This source evaluated the battery performance as "currently in the first tier of gaming phones."

By comparison, the Pro version has a larger battery capacity but relatively lower charging power; the Pro+ has a slightly smaller battery capacity but supports higher-power wired and wireless charging. One source pointed out: "If you want longer battery life, choose the Red Magic 11S Pro; if you want stronger cooling, you can choose the Red Magic 11S Pro+, but the battery is 500mAh smaller." Some viewpoints hold that the battery configuration differences between the two models provide differentiated choices for users with different usage preferences.

04 Screen Experience: Hole-Punch-Free Full-Screen Display and Touch Performance

The entire Red Magic 11S Pro series uses a 6.85-inch Wukong Screen 2.0 true full-screen display, with both models maintaining consistent screen specifications. According to multiple source reports, the screen uses BOE X10 under-display light-emitting material, with a resolution of 2688×1216 (1.5K level), a screen-to-body ratio of 95.3%, bezels as narrow as 1.25mm, and achieves a complete full-screen experience without punch holes or notches through under-display camera technology.

The screen supports 144Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate. In terms of touch, it features a Synaptics touch chip with an instantaneous touch sampling rate of 3,000Hz and a multi-finger touch sampling rate of 360Hz. The MagicTouch 4.0 algorithm realizes zero touch drops, fast response, and wet-hand touch functionality. For eye protection, it supports dual solutions of 2,592Hz high-frequency PWM dimming + DC-like dimming, and has passed SGS and Rhine low blue light flicker-free eye protection certification. Local peak brightness is 2,000 nits, and global peak brightness is 1,600 nits.

Regarding the under-display camera, the front-facing sensor is a 16-megapixel OmniVision OV16A1Q. One source mentioned that the under-display camera is nearly invisible in bright light environments, but "at night with the lights off, fumbling around looking for a flashlight, you can only catch a glimpse of a very faint gray spot in the darkness." Another source noted that "when there are many dark areas, screen brightness becomes a bit insufficient, and enemies crouching in shadows still require squinting."

The unlocking solution uses 3D ultrasonic fingerprint recognition, with fast recognition speed and high success rate, supporting wet-hand unlocking. Overall, the screen specifications of both models are completely identical, both using the same Wukong Screen 2.0.

05 Memory Configuration and Pricing: Version Difference Comparison

In terms of memory and storage configuration, the Red Magic 11S Pro and Pro+ have clear distinctions. According to multiple source reports, the Red Magic 11S Pro only offers a single version of 12GB+256GB at an official price of 5,499 yuan, with the national subsidy bringing the effective price to approximately 4,999 yuan. The Red Magic 11S Pro+ offers three storage versions: 12GB+256GB at 6,199 yuan, 16GB+512GB at 6,999 yuan, and 16GB+1TB at 7,999 yuan.

One source mentioned that due to the impact of rising memory prices, the Red Magic 11S Pro series' storage specification was adjusted from the previous LPDDR5T+UFS4.1 Pro to LPDDR5X Ultra+UFS4.1, representing a slight reduction in theoretical specifications. The Pro version eliminated the 16GB+512GB variant, and the Pro+ eliminated the 24GB+1TB variant.

In terms of appearance design, both models continue the flat back design with no camera bump, supporting front and back tempered glass film application. The color schemes differ: the Pro version offers "Dark Night Knight" and "Silver Wing War God" in a gloss-matte unified finish; the Pro+ offers "Deuterium Transparent Dark Night" and "Deuterium Transparent Silver Wing" color options, continuing the transparent design and supporting RGB lighting effects. In terms of weight, both models are consistent at 229g, with thickness of 8.9mm for both.

06 Other Features and Peripheral Configuration

Beyond core specifications, the Red Magic 11S Pro series maintains consistent configuration in other functional areas. According to multiple source reports, both models are equipped with 520Hz independent IC touch-lit dual shoulder buttons supporting RGB lighting effect customization; 1015+1115E hyper-linear dual speakers; and a 3.5mm headphone jack (evaluated by multiple sources as "alien technology" and "a blessing for wired headphone users").

The vibration motor uses a Dongci 0815 specification X-axis linear motor, supporting 4D spatial haptic feedback. In terms of interfaces, both are equipped with a full-featured Type-C port supporting USB 3.2 Gen2 standard (up to 10Gbps transfer speed) and DP video output. Communications support Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, infrared remote control, 360-degree surround antenna design, and a three-microphone array.

In terms of imaging, both models have identical configurations: rear 50-megapixel main camera (OmniVision OV50E, 1/1.55-inch, OIS optical image stabilization) + 50-megapixel ultra-wide angle (OmniVision OV50D, 1/2.88-inch) + 2-megapixel macro lens; front 16-megapixel under-display camera. Multiple sources evaluated this imaging configuration as "QR code scanning level," "sufficient for a gaming phone," and suitable for everyday recording rather than professional photography.

The system runs REDMAGIC OS 11.5, with built-in Red Magic Ji Mora AI agent supporting functions such as AI erasing. In terms of special features, Steam Direct Connect mode is supported, allowing users to scan a QR code to log into their Steam account and download 3A titles adapted for mobile, with full account and save data interoperability. The built-in PC emulator supports x86 translation and can run some PC games.

07 Comprehensive Comparison and Dimension Summary

Integrating information from all sources, the Red Magic 11S Pro and Pro+ maintain consistent hardware specifications in processor, screen, imaging, and interfaces, with core differences mainly concentrated in five dimensions: cooling system, battery capacity, charging power, memory options, and pricing. The following is a parameter comparison table for the two models for reference.

Summary of viewpoints from different sources: On the performance dimension, the series' leading performance position in the Android camp is affirmed; some viewpoints believe the Red Magic 11S Pro+ is "even more powerful than the Japanese Samsung S26 Ultra," while others evaluate it as "maxed out extreme performance but average imaging." On the cooling dimension, multiple sources give positive evaluations to the air-water dual cooling system, believing it enables "long gaming sessions without overheating, without throttling, without frame locking"; however, real-world tests also indicate that temperatures can reach 84°C under heavy load, triggering protection. On the battery dimension, multiple sources believe both models' battery performance ranks among the "first tier of gaming phones," with the Pro version's large capacity and the Pro+'s high-power charging forming differentiated positioning.

Overall, the two models in the Red Magic 11S Pro series maintain consistency in core performance, screen experience, and interface configuration, with differences mainly reflected in cooling solution (air cooling vs. air-water dual cooling), battery configuration (8,000mAh/80W vs. 7,500mAh/120W+80W wireless), available memory options, and price range. Consumers can make their choice based on their priorities regarding cooling performance, charging convenience, and storage needs.