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ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S phone review — specs and Genze score

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S Specifications

Also known as ZTE nubia Red Magic 3S

Zte

Released 2019, Sep 15

8 / 12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm)

  • 215g, 9.7mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, Redmagic 2.0
  • 128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.8
Display 7.2
Performance 8.8
Camera 4.5
Body 5.6
Gaming 8.1
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 7/10

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Quick specifications

6.65"

1080x2340 pixels

48MP

4320p

8/12GB RAM

Snapdragon 855+

5000mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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7 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 7.2/10
Camera 4.5/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 8.1/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.96 GHz BT 5.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66 - Global
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - EU
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - NA
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps
Announced 2019, September. Released 2019, September
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 171.7 x 78.5 x 9.7 mm (6.76 x 3.09 x 0.38 in)
Weight 215 g (7.58 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? RGB light panel (on the back)

Pressure sensitive zones

Built-in cooling fan
Type AMOLED, 90Hz
Size 6.65 inches, 108.6 cm2 (~80.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 4
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), Redmagic 2.0
Chipset Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.96 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 485)
GPU Adreno 640 (700 MHz)
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 3.0
Single 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 8K@15fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1920fps
Single 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 32-bit/384kHz Hi-Res audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC No
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, accessory connector
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC4
Colors Mecha Silver, Cyber Shade, Eclipse Black
Models NX629J_V1S
Price About 820 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 358748 (v7), 495229 (v8)

GeekBench: 11310 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 37fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 479.7 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 69dB / Noise 73dB / Ring 84dB
Audio quality Noise -95.5dB / Crosstalk -92.4dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 115h

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Frequently asked questions

Is ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S worth buying in 2026?

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S good for gaming?

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S scores 81/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S?

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S have?

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S features a 6.65-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S have?

ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S is available with 8 / 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S?

Genze rates ZTE nubia RedMagic 3S 7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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