A new wave of ultra-thin smartphones is rolling in, but Nubia’s Redmagic 10 Air isn’t just about looks—it’s out to prove thin can still pack a serious punch for gamers.
In a year where every major brand is shaving millimeters off their flagship devices, the Redmagic 10 Air could’ve easily been another featherweight footnote. But instead, Nubia has managed to craft something rare—a slim handset that still knows how to bring the heat when it’s game time.
And no, it’s not a flashy LED-studded brick pretending to be a console.
Thin Doesn’t Mean Fragile Anymore
There was a time when making phones thinner usually meant compromise—less battery, weaker thermals, and a greater chance you’d snap it in two just by sitting down. Not here.
This phone measures just 7.9mm thick, easily one of the slimmest gaming-centric phones ever made. Yet it doesn’t feel like it’s on a starvation diet. There’s no creaky plastic or wobbly corners. Just a matte finish and subtle angular lines that scream confidence without yelling it from the rooftops.
Even with that form factor, it keeps its 5,000 mAh battery intact. Yes, 5,000. And paired with 80W fast charging, it goes from dead to game-ready in under 20 minutes.
That’s not just good for a slim phone—it’s good, period.
Lightweight, Yet Surprisingly Sturdy
At 189 grams, it’s lighter than most phones in its performance class. And you feel it instantly.
It doesn’t dig into your palm when you’re grinding for loot in Genshin Impact, or strain your wrist when you’re watching Twitch streams late into the night. It’s a strange kind of freedom, honestly. It makes you wonder why gaming phones were ever bricks in the first place.
And it’s not all smoke and mirrors. The phone comes with reinforced aluminum edges and Gorilla Glass Victus on both sides. It’s got heft in the right places, not just for aesthetics, but for balance.
One reviewer even noted it passed a moderate drop test—accidentally, of course—without a scratch.
Performance That Doesn’t Flinch Under Pressure
Gaming phones live or die by thermals. And thin phones usually aren’t great at keeping cool.
So, how’s the Redmagic 10 Air pulling this off?
The secret’s in Nubia’s upgraded ICE 14 cooling system. There’s a vapor chamber, heat dissipation layers, and yes—an actual tiny fan tucked inside. But unlike its chunkier Redmagic siblings, the 10 Air’s fan is near-silent and barely noticeable during daily use.
And it makes a difference. Benchmark stress tests show the phone holds its peak frame rates longer than even some thicker competitors.
Here’s how the Redmagic 10 Air stacks up in key benchmarks:
| Feature | Redmagic 10 Air | Asus ROG Phone 8 | Galaxy S25 Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 7.9mm | 10.3mm | 7.8mm |
| Weight | 189g | 225g | 196g |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh |
| Cooling System | ICE 14 + Fan | Vapor Chamber | Passive Only |
| Max Sustained FPS (PUBG) | 59.8 fps | 58.2 fps | 53.4 fps |
Gaming Features That Don’t Scream “Look At Me!”
What makes this phone different is restraint.
There are capacitive shoulder triggers on the side, but they’re flush and invisible until you’re mid-game. You won’t find neon lights or aggressive branding. There’s a small Redmagic logo, and that’s it.
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Turn on Game Space with a quick flick of a switch for advanced performance modes.
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Monitor frame rates, CPU/GPU usage, and adjust cooling preferences on the fly.
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Customize each trigger to suit your gameplay—FPS, MOBA, racing—you name it.
One paragraph. One sentence. Just to catch your breath.
Not Just a Gamer’s Toy
The 10 Air doesn’t box itself into the “gaming phone” stereotype.
It’s got a 6.8-inch AMOLED screen with a buttery 144Hz refresh rate. But colors are rich enough to binge-watch Fallout without wishing you were on an OLED TV. Speakers? Surprisingly full-bodied, even without earbuds. And with 5G and Wi-Fi 7 onboard, it’s future-ready too.
The cameras? Serviceable. Maybe not iPhone-level, but certainly good enough for Instagram, TikTok, and the occasional dog photo.
And for a phone that’s clearly performance-first, it still plays nice with daily life. No clunky software skins, no useless bloat.
Just Android 14 with a Redmagic twist.
A Bold Bet That Actually Pays Off
Is the Redmagic 10 Air a revolution? Maybe not. But it’s an answer to a very real question: Can a phone be thin, light, and still mean business?
Nubia’s answer is a confident “yep.”
And if Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air really wants to take that thin title and run with it, it better hope it can do half of what this one does without breaking a sweat.
Because right now, Redmagic’s got the early lead—and it’s not even close.
