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ZTE nubia RedMagic
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ZTE nubia RedMagic

Released: 2018, AprilPrice: About 400 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, April

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Redmagic 1.0
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
Size6.0 inches, 92.9 cm, 2, (~78.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandZTE
BuildGlass front (Dinorex T2X-1), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ModelZTE nubia RedMagic
PriceAbout 400 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, Red, Flame Red
ModelsNX609J
Single8 MP, f/2.0
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, April
Weight185 g (6.53 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Released2018, April
Announced2018, April
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions158.1 x 74.9 x 9.5 mm (6.22 x 2.95 x 0.37 in)
ProtectionDinorex T2X-1 scratch/shock resistant glass
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

ZTE nubia RedMagic Overview

About ZTE nubia RedMagic ZTE nubia RedMagic is another flagship from ZTE's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. ZTE nubia RedMagic has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

ZTE nubia RedMagic can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the ZTE nubia RedMagic?

The ZTE nubia RedMagic supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does ZTE nubia RedMagic support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many ZTE devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting ZTE nubia RedMagic void warranty?

Yes, rooting the ZTE nubia RedMagic will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does ZTE nubia RedMagic run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your ZTE nubia RedMagic.