RedMagic 11 Air Goes Global: A Slim Gaming Phone With Serious Power

RedMagic has officially launched the RedMagic 11 Air worldwide, expanding its gaming-focused smartphone lineup with a device that prioritizes raw performance, aggressive cooling, and a clean full-screen design. Unlike bulky gaming phones of the past, the 11 Air aims to balance power and portability while still delivering features that matter to mobile gamers and performance-heavy users.

Here’s a clear breakdown of what the RedMagic 11 Air brings to the table, and why it stands out in the current Android landscape.

What defines the RedMagic 11 Air:

• True full-screen display
  • 6.85-inch BOE Q10 OLED panel.
  • 1.5K resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate.
  • No punch-hole or notch thanks to an under-display selfie camera.
  • Peak brightness rated at 1,800 nits.
  • Gorilla Glass 7i on the front, Gorilla Glass 5 on the back.
  • Ultra-slim 1.25mm bezels for a near edge-to-edge look.
• Display tuning for gaming
  • 2592Hz PWM dimming for reduced eye strain.
  • 2500Hz instantaneous touch sampling response.
  • Built to maintain responsiveness during long gaming sessions.
• Flagship performance hardware
  • Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
  • Dedicated RedCore R4 gaming chip for offloaded tasks.
  • LPDDR5X Ultra RAM (up to 9600Mbps).
  • UFS 4.1 storage for faster app loading and game installs.

Camera setup focused on function

• 50MP OV50E main camera with a large 1/1.55” sensor.
• 8MP ultra-wide camera for versatility.
• 16MP under-display front camera for uninterrupted visuals.

Massive battery with ultra-fast charging

• 7,000mAh battery capacity.
• 120W wired fast charging.
• Bypass charging supported to reduce heat during gaming while plugged in.

Active cooling built into the phone

• Integrated cooling fan spinning up to 24,000 RPM.
• Designed to maintain stable performance under sustained load.
• Helps prevent thermal throttling during extended gameplay.

Gaming-first extras

• 520Hz shoulder trigger buttons for precise in-game control.
• Built-in PC emulator support.
• Custom RGB lighting effects.
• Advanced vibration and tactile feedback tuning.

Software and connectivity

• Ships with Android 16.
• Runs REDMAGIC OS 11 with gaming-focused optimizations.
• Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC.
• USB 2.0 port.
• Built-in IR blaster.

• Security and durability
  • Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner.
  • IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
  • Dual stereo speakers (1012 + 1115K configuration).
• Design and weight
  • Just 7.85mm thick.
  • Weighs 207 grams.
  • Slim profile compared to most gaming phones with active cooling.

Global pricing and availability:

• $499 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant
• Positioned aggressively for a flagship-grade gaming device.

The RedMagic 11 Air shows that gaming phones no longer have to be oversized bricks. With a hole-less display, flagship silicon, built-in cooling, and a price that undercuts many premium phones, it targets users who care about sustained performance more than camera gimmicks.

For competitive gamers, emulation fans, and power users who want consistent frame rates without overheating, this is one of the most purpose-built Android phones available right now.