Pixel 9 Pro vs RedMagic 12 Pro+: Which One Should You Buy?
RedMagic 12 Pro+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 94.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 9 Pro
RedMagic 12 Pro+
RedMagic 12 Pro+ wins 2 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsRedMagic 12 Pro+8797
- Camerafrom specsPixel 9 Pro9366
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfiePixel 9 Pro8860
- Batteryfrom specsRedMagic 12 Pro+48100
- Displayfrom specsTie9494
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueNot enough data
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery8,400 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ charges faster120W vs 27W
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ has a smoother screen185 Hz vs 120 Hz
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ has the bigger screen6.85" vs 6.3"
- Pixel 9 Pro is lighter199 g vs 223 g
- Pixel 9 Pro has a sharper selfie camera42 MP vs 16 MP
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 vs Google Tensor G4
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄RedMagic 12 Pro+ wins — BeastScore 94.0/100
The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,700 mAh) and faster charging (120W vs 27W). The Pixel 9 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (199 g vs 223 g).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Lighter: 199 g vs 223 g (24 g less)
Larger battery: 8,400 mAh vs 4,700 mAh · Faster wired charging: 120W vs 27W
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 9 Pro or RedMagic 12 Pro+?
The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,700 mAh) and faster charging (120W vs 27W). The Pixel 9 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (199 g vs 223 g). BeastScore: Pixel 9 Pro 85.6/100, RedMagic 12 Pro+ 94.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 9 Pro and RedMagic 12 Pro+?
Pixel 9 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4700 mAh battery. RedMagic 12 Pro+ has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery.
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