1. Specs Comparison
| Feature | ROG Phone 9 | RedMagic 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Overclocked |
| Display | 6.78″ 165Hz AMOLED | 6.8″ 144Hz Under-Display Camera |
| Cooling | AeroActive Cooler 9 (fan + vapor chamber) | Internal Turbofan + Liquid Cooling |
| Battery | 6,500mAh | 6,000mAh |
| Charging | 120W wired + 50W wireless | 150W wired (No wireless) |
| Extras | Ultrasonic triggers, 3.5mm jack | Shoulder triggers, RGB fan vents |
| Price | $1,299 | $999 |
2. Performance Benchmarks
Gaming Tests (Max Settings, 30°C Room Temp)
| Game | ROG Phone 9 (FPS) | RedMagic 10 Pro (FPS) |
|---|---|---|
| Genshin Impact | 120 (stable) | 122 (OC mode) |
| COD Mobile | 144 | 144 |
| Fortnite | 90 | 90 |
| Thermal Throttle Test | 42°C after 1 hour | 45°C after 1 hour |
Winner: RedMagic 10 Pro (slightly higher FPS, but runs hotter).
3. Cooling Showdown
ROG Phone 9
✔ Detachable AeroActive Cooler 9 (lowers temps by 8°C)
✔ Vapor chamber + graphene sheets
✔ Quieter fan (35dB vs RedMagic’s 42dB)
RedMagic 10 Pro
✔ Built-in turbofan (no extra accessory needed)
✔ Liquid cooling + aerospace-grade alloy
✔ RGB fan vents (gamer aesthetic)
Winner: ROG Phone 9 (better sustained cooling).
4. Battery & Charging
| Metric | ROG Phone 9 | RedMagic 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming SOT | 6.5 hours | 5.8 hours |
| 0-100% Charge | 28 mins | 18 mins |
| Wireless Charging? | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
Winner: Tie (ROG lasts longer, RedMagic charges faster).
5. Gaming Extras
ROG Phone 9 Wins At:
🎮 Ultrasonic AirTriggers (pressure-sensitive)
🎧 3.5mm jack (low-latency audio)
📊 Armoury Crate software (per-game optimization)
RedMagic 10 Pro Wins At:
💨 Built-in fan (no extra accessory)
🌈 RGB lighting (customizable zones)
🔧 Game Space 5.0 (macro recording)
6. Software & Updates
- ROG Phone 9: 2 OS + 4 security updates
- RedMagic 10 Pro: 1 OS + 3 security updates
Winner: ROG Phone 9 (better long-term support).
7. Price & Value
- ROG Phone 9: $1,299 (premium build, wireless charging)
- RedMagic 10 Pro: $999 (best raw performance per dollar)
Best For:
- Hardcore gamers: RedMagic 10 Pro (cheaper, higher FPS)
- Streamers/content creators: ROG Phone 9 (better software, cooling)
Final Verdict
🏆 Best Overall: Asus ROG Phone 9 (better cooling, updates, extras)
💰 Best Value: RedMagic 10 Pro (cheaper, overclocked chipset)
Poll: Which would you buy?
🎮 ROG Phone 9 (all-rounder)
🔥 RedMagic 10 Pro (raw power)
Comment your gaming setup below! 🚀