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11S Pro
Released June 2, 202612GB + 256GB / 5GKES 115,999
16GB + 512GB / 5GKES 129,499
Display | 6.85" BOE X10 AMOLED (2688 x 1216 pixels), up to 144Hz refresh rate, 95.3% screen-to-body ratio, up to 3,000Hz instantaneous touch sampling, 360Hz multi-finger sampling, 2,592Hz PWM dimming, 100% DCI-P3, Delta E below 1, Wet Touch support and Corning Gorilla Glass |
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Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version with 2+6 Oryon CPU architecture clocked up to 4.74GHz, Adreno GPU clocked up to 1,300MHz, REDMAGIC RedCore R4 gaming chip and Energy Cube 3.0 |
Storage | 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.1 internal storage, non-expandable |
Brightness | Up to 1,800 nits peak brightness |
Colors | Transparent Black Nightfreeze, Transparent Silver Subzero |
Camera | 50MP Main Camera (OV50E40, 1/1.55-inch sensor, f/1.88, seven-element lens, OIS and anti-glare coating) | 50MP Ultrawide Camera (OV50D40, 1/2.88-inch sensor and f/2.0) | 2MP Auxiliary Camera | 16MP Under-Display Front Camera (OV16A, f/2.0 and AI enhancement) |
Video | MP4 camera recording with optical stabilization on the main rear camera, integrated gameplay screen recording, AI-enhanced recording tools and USB-C DisplayPort output at up to 4K resolution |
Battery | 7,500mAh single-cell non-removable battery with up to approximately 34.1 hours of manufacturer-rated everyday usage |
Charging | 80W wired fast charging, up to 80W wireless charging, wired reverse charging, wireless reverse charging and Charge Separation for gaming while connected to power |
Audio | 1015 and 1115E dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C digital audio, 0815 X-axis linear motor and 4D gaming vibration |
Connectivity | 5G SA/NSA, dual Nano-SIM, 4G LTE, tri-band Wi-Fi 6 covering 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, Google Pay, dual-frequency GPS, infrared sensor and USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort and up to 4K external video output; no eSIM |
Durability | IPX8 water resistance, aircraft-grade aluminum alloy middle frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i rear protection and independently structured cooling airflow channels; no formal dust-ingress rating |
Biometrics | 3D ultrasonic under-display fingerprint reader and AI-assisted face recognition |
Software | REDMAGIC OS 11.5 with Game Space, AI Frame Interpolation 2.0, Qualcomm 2K super-resolution, performance profiles, cooling controls, customizable 520Hz shoulder triggers, Magic Key, RGB lighting, Scout Mode, AI Trigger, custom crosshairs, Google Gemini, Circle to Search, real-time translation and REDMAGIC AI Input; two major Android upgrades and three years of security updates |
In the Box | REDMAGIC 11S Pro, power adapter, USB Type-C data cable, semi-transparent protective case, SIM ejector tool, warranty card and user manual |
Video Review
Summary
The REDMAGIC 11S Pro is REDMAGIC's 2026 flagship gaming phone and an upgraded version of the 11 Pro. It combines the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version, RedCore R4 gaming chip, enhanced AquaCore liquid cooling, a 24,000 RPM fan, a sharp 144Hz AMOLED display and a large 7,500mAh battery with 80W wired and wireless charging. Kenyan pricing starts at KSh 115,999. It is one of the strongest choices for sustained mobile gaming, although its heavy body, average cameras, limited software-support period and lack of a global 1TB configuration reduce its appeal as a conventional all-round flagship.
Key Advantages
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version delivers exceptional flagship gaming performance
- CPU reaches up to 4.74GHz while the GPU runs at up to 1,300MHz
- Dedicated RedCore R4 gaming chip manages graphics, touch response and power consumption
- Upgraded AquaCore liquid-cooling system improves circulation efficiency by approximately 10%
- Improved cooling achieves manufacturer-rated temperatures around 2–3°C lower than the REDMAGIC 11 Pro
- Large 13,116mm² vapor chamber, Liquid Metal 3.0 and 24,000 RPM waterproof cooling fan
- Large 7,500mAh battery delivers excellent gaming and everyday endurance
- Supports 80W wired and up to 80W wireless fast charging
- Supports both wired and wireless reverse charging
- Charge Separation powers the phone directly while gaming to reduce battery heat and wear
- Sharp and smooth 6.85-inch 1.5K 144Hz BOE X10 AMOLED display
- Uninterrupted full-screen design without a notch or visible punch-hole camera
- Up to 3,000Hz instantaneous touch sampling and 520Hz shoulder triggers
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports fast data transfers and DisplayPort video output
- Retains a 3.5mm headphone jack and powerful stereo speakers
- 3D ultrasonic fingerprint reader works reliably with wet fingers
- IPX8 water resistance despite its active cooling system
- Available locally in Kenya with a one-year retailer warranty
Critical Limitations
- Heavy 230g construction can become tiring during extended handheld gaming
- Large 6.85-inch body is difficult to operate with one hand
- No 24GB RAM or 1TB storage configuration for the global model
- IPX8 certifies water resistance but does not provide a formal dust-ingress rating
- Dust, sand and pet hair can still enter the independent cooling airflow channels
- The 24,000 RPM cooling fan can be audible in quiet environments
- Only two major Android upgrades and three years of security updates are promised
- Rear cameras remain less versatile than photography-focused flagship phones
- No dedicated optical telephoto camera
- The 2MP auxiliary camera provides little practical value
- Under-display selfie camera sacrifices image quality to provide an uninterrupted screen
- No eSIM support
- No microSD card slot for expandable storage
- 80W wired charging is slower than the 100W and 120W charging offered by some gaming-phone competitors
- Only transparent gaming-oriented color options are officially available
- The performance improvement over the REDMAGIC 11 Pro may not justify upgrading for existing owners
Recommended For
- Competitive mobile gamers who want maximum sustained performance
- Players who need responsive 520Hz shoulder triggers and advanced gaming controls
- Users who regularly play demanding games such as Genshin Impact, Wuthering Waves and Call of Duty Mobile
- Performance enthusiasts who want the fastest available Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 version
- Heavy users who prioritize battery endurance and fast wired and wireless charging
- Gamers who need active cooling during extended sessions
- Users who want a completely uninterrupted display without a visible selfie-camera cutout
- Buyers who still use wired gaming headphones
- Users who need fast USB transfers or external DisplayPort output
- Kenyan buyers looking for a locally available flagship gaming phone
Not Recommended For
- Photography enthusiasts who need flagship zoom and selfie-camera quality
- Buyers who prefer compact or lightweight smartphones
- Users who need more than 512GB of internal storage
- Buyers who want five to seven years of operating-system support
- Users who need eSIM or expandable microSD storage
- People working in extremely dusty or sandy environments
- Users who dislike audible cooling fans or gaming-oriented RGB designs
- REDMAGIC 11 Pro owners who do not need the modest performance and cooling improvements
- Buyers who prioritize a polished mainstream software experience over gaming features
