The mobile gaming landscape just took a groundbreaking leap forward with the official launch of the RedMagic 10S Pro series. Unveiled today by Nubia’s gaming sub-brand, the flagship devices boast an industry-first feature: a built-in Windows PC game emulator, allowing gamers to play titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, and Call of Duty directly on their smartphones. This bold integration blurs the line between mobile and desktop gaming, positioning RedMagic as a trailblazer in hardware-software innovation.
A New Era for Mobile Gamers
According to the official announcement on NubiaMart’s blog, the RedMagic 10S Pro and 10S Pro+ leverage a custom-designed emulator layer integrated into RedMagic OS 9.0. This software translates x86 Windows games to run seamlessly on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, bypassing the need for external streaming services or peripherals. The company claims the emulator supports over 100 AAA PC titles at launch, with optimizations for touch controls, haptic feedback, and even keyboard/mouse pairing via Bluetooth.
Social media exploded with excitement following the reveal, particularly on Chinese platforms like Weibo, where a hands-on demo video showcasing Genshin Impact running at 120fps garnered over 2 million views in just six hours. Meanwhile, a Weibo post from RedMagic’s CEO teased collaborations with game studios to expand compatibility, hinting at “console-quality experiences in your pocket.”
Performance That Shatters Records
The RedMagic 10S Pro series doesn’t just rely on software wizardry. Early benchmarks reveal staggering hardware prowess. As reported by GSMGoTech, the device scored a record-breaking 2.1 million on AnTuTu, thanks to its vapor chamber cooling system, 24GB LPDDR6 RAM, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 overclocked to 3.6GHz. The 6.8-inch AMOLED display, with a 165Hz refresh rate and 2000Hz touch sampling, ensures buttery-smooth visuals—critical for fast-paced PC titles.
User Experience: Cool, Fast, and Long-Lasting
RedMagic addressed potential thermal concerns by integrating a redesigned “ICE 12.0” cooling system, combining graphene layers and a turbine fan to keep temperatures under 40°C during marathon sessions. The 10S Pro+ also packs a 6,500mAh battery with 165W fast charging, promising a full charge in 12 minutes—ideal for gamers wary of downtime.
Availability and Pricing
Pre-orders for the RedMagic 10S Pro series begin today, with global availability via Amazon and regional retailers. The base model starts at $799, while the Pro+ variant (with 1TB storage) retails for $1,099. Early adopters will receive six months of free access to RedMagic’s game library, including optimized titles like Hades and Starfield.
The Verdict
By embedding a Windows emulator directly into its hardware, RedMagic has redefined what smartphones can achieve. While questions linger about long-term software support and battery drain, the 10S Pro series undeniably pushes mobile gaming into uncharted territory. As one Weibo user quipped, “Who needs a gaming PC when your phone can do it all?”
Stay tuned for in-depth reviews as the RedMagic 10S Pro series begins shipping next week.
Image credits: RedMagic, Weibo
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