The Red Magic 10 Air has officially launched in select international markets, featuring cutting-edge technology that includes a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 system-on-chip (SoC) and a proprietary R3 chip, complemented by a sophisticated nine-layer ICE-X cooling system. The smartphone is equipped with a dual rear camera setup comprising two 50-megapixel lenses, while a 16-megapixel front-facing camera caters to selfie enthusiasts. A robust 6,000mAh battery supports 80W wired fast charging, ensuring endurance for extended use. Additional features include a Magic Key, RGB lighting, and responsive shoulder triggers boasting a rapid 520Hz response rate. This release follows the introduction of the Red Magic 10 Pro+ and Red Magic 10 Pro in China in November 2024.
Pricing and Availability of Red Magic 10 Air
The starting price of the Red Magic 10 Air is $499 (approximately Rs. 42,600) for the 12GB+256GB model, while the 16GB+512GB variant is priced at $649 (around Rs. 55,400). The more spacious model is available in a striking Flare (orange) color, while the 12GB variant can be purchased in Hailstone (white) and Twilight (black) hues.
Sales for the smartphone will commence in the United States on May 7 through the Red Magic website. An early bird discount of $30 (roughly Rs. 2,600) will be offered from April 29 to May 6.
Features and Specifications of Red Magic 10 Air
The device features a 6.8-inch full-HD+ (1,116×2,480 pixels) AMOLED display with capabilities for up to a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2,000Hz touch sampling rate, as well as a peak brightness of up to 1,600 nits, all protected by Corning Gorilla Glass.
Powering the Red Magic 10 Air is a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, further enhanced by the RedCore R3 chip specifically designed for gaming. The device accommodates up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and offers storage options up to 512GB of UFS 4.0. It operates on Android 15 with the RedMagicOS 10 overlay.
In terms of photography, the smartphone’s dual rear camera setup includes a 50-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and another 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. For selfies and video calls, there is a 16-megapixel front camera.
Audio capabilities are bolstered by DTS-X certified speakers, and users can enjoy a customizable Magic Key along with RGB lights for a dynamic experience. The phone features capacitive shoulder triggers that respond at a speedy 520Hz and incorporates an advanced nine-layer ICE-X cooling system to manage performance temperatures effectively.
The Red Magic 10 Air is powered by a substantial 6,000mAh battery that supports 80W wired fast charging. It also offers integration with Google’s Circle to Search feature and Gemini AI capabilities. Connectivity options include 5G, 4G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. The smartphone measures 164.3×76.6×7.85mm and weighs 205g, positioning it as a formidable contender in the gaming smartphone market.
