Updated: November 6, 2025
TL;DR (today’s highlights): RedMagic’s 11 Pro continues its global rollout with early-bird and open‑sales dates locked in, a teardown shows the first mass‑produced visible liquid‑cooling loop inside a phone, and early reviews praise performance while flagging software support concerns outside the EU/UK. Preorders and prices vary by region. [1]
What’s new today (Nov 6, 2025)
- Regional launch update: Southeast Asia momentum grows—Malaysia’s debut lands today, Nov 6, with the global model confirmed to use a 7,500 mAh battery and 80 W wired plus 80 W wireless charging. [2]
- Global on‑sale timing: Early-bird vouchers begin Nov 13, early access on Nov 18, and open sales on Nov 19 (North America/EU times vary by site). [3]
- Pricing snapshot: US from $749 (12/256 “Cryo”); transparent “Nightfreeze”/“Subzero” variants with higher RAM/storage start at $849. Some markets list an entry at $699 equivalent. [4]
- Teardown buzz: JerryRigEverything’s disassembly continues to trend, exposing the sealed coolant loop, a 24,000 RPM internal fan, and a very large vapor chamber. [5]
- Early verdicts: Reviewers are impressed by performance/thermals, mixed on cameras, and cautious on software support (much better in EU/UK). [6]
The first phone you can watch cool itself
RedMagic’s “AquaCore” cooling system is more than marketing: a ceramic/piezoelectric micro‑pump circulates a fluorinated liquid through a visible ring on the phone’s back. It works alongside a 24,000 RPM waterproof fan, liquid‑metal interface material, and a vapor chamber to spread and shed heat under prolonged gaming loads. Reviewers and teardowns confirm the loop is sealed and actively circulates coolant in real time. [7]
New Atlas also notes bypass‑charging for long sessions, an under‑display selfie camera to keep the screen uninterrupted, shoulder triggers, and loud stereo speakers—design choices aimed squarely at players. [8]
Specs & features at a glance
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 + RedMagic RedCore R4 gaming chip
- Display: 6.85‑inch AMOLED, 1.5K, 144 Hz, up to 960 Hz touch
- Memory/Storage: up to 24 GB LPDDR5T and 1 TB UFS 4.1 Pro
- Cooling: Active liquid‑cooling loop + 24,000 RPM fan + vapor chamber
- Cameras: 50 MP main + 50 MP ultrawide; 16 MP under‑display front camera
- Battery & charging:7,500 mAh; global model supports 80 W wired and 80 W wireless charging
- Other gamer goodies: Shoulder triggers, GameSpace switch, RGB accents, 3.5 mm jack, IPX8 water resistance (global model)
(Specs compiled from official/global launch materials and hands‑on coverage.) [9]
Pricing and availability (global)
- United States: from $749 (12/256, “Cryo”); transparent designs start at $849. Open sales Nov 19; early access Nov 18; vouchers Nov 13. [10]
- European Union/UK: from €699/£629 (market‑dependent). Same sales timeline; regional store pages list full country availability. [11]
- GCC/UAE: from AED 2,699; pre‑orders Nov 13, early access Nov 18, open Nov 19 (4 pm GST). [12]
- Malaysia:Local debut Nov 6; specs align with the global variant (7,500 mAh; 80 W wired/wireless). [13]
How does the cooling actually behave under stress?
Independent teardowns and tests show the blue coolant visibly moving when powered, with the micro‑pump pushing fluid through a sealed path to spread heat away from the SoC and battery. The system works in tandem with the fan and a large vapor chamber—a multi‑layer approach that keeps frame rates steadier in long 3DMark/Genshin‑class runs. Several reviewers reported high stability in extended stress tests, with the fan noise the most obvious trade‑off. [14]
Performance, cameras and battery: early reviews
Performance & thermals. With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and that tri‑cooling setup, early reviews record class‑leading gaming performance and strong sustained results. [15]
Cameras. As with many gaming phones, the dual‑50 MP rear system is decent but not flagship‑class; reviewers call image quality “good, not great,” with an emphasis on consistency over versatility. [16]
Battery & charging. The 7,500 mAh pack—and support for 80 W wired/80 W wireless in the global model—delivers long uptime; PhoneArena’s testing ranks it among the strongest endurance performers this year. [17]
The software caveat
Here’s where opinions split. RedMagic OS 11 (Android 16) is gaming‑first and feature‑rich (GameSpace, macros, fan control, on‑screen plugins). But multiple reviewers still question the polish and update cadence outside Europe. PhoneArena notes that “most regions” get three major Android updates, while EU/UK models now meet a five‑year software‑support requirement (in line with new regional rules), which significantly improves the long‑term story there. [18]
Should you buy the RedMagic 11 Pro?
Buy it if you want the best thermals per dollar for mobile gaming, love the industrial aesthetic (including the transparent variants with the visible coolant ring), and value shoulder triggers, a headphone jack, and long battery life. [19]
Wait or look elsewhere if you prioritize camera excellence, minimalist software without gamer‑centric add‑ons, or you’re in a region where long‑term OS/security support is limited compared to the EU/UK promise. [20]
Key dates and links (recap)
- Nov 13: Early‑bird vouchers (global stores)
- Nov 18: 1‑day early access (regional times vary)
- Nov 19:Open sales worldwide (direct from RedMagic)
- Nov 6:Malaysia launch (local market) [21]
Source notes
- Hardware & design/cooling: New Atlas overview of the AquaCore system and gaming hardware; The Verge’s pricing/feature snapshot; Android Authority’s teardown recap of the pump/fan/vapor chamber assembly. [22]
- Specs, timing & regional pricing: FoneArena’s global spec/availability post; RedMagic launch pages; UAE retail timing via Gulf News; Malaysia launch via Lowyat. [23]
- Reviews & early performance: GamesRadar review; PhoneArena review with endurance scores and software‑support details. [24]
This report consolidates developments for Nov 6, 2025 across reputable outlets and regional announcements to meet Google News/Discover standards.
References
1. www.fonearena.com, 2. www.lowyat.net, 3. www.fonearena.com, 4. www.theverge.com, 5. www.androidauthority.com, 6. www.gamesradar.com, 7. newatlas.com, 8. newatlas.com, 9. www.fonearena.com, 10. www.theverge.com, 11. www.fonearena.com, 12. gulfnews.com, 13. www.lowyat.net, 14. www.androidauthority.com, 15. www.gamesradar.com, 16. www.phonearena.com, 17. www.fonearena.com, 18. www.phonearena.com, 19. newatlas.com, 20. www.phonearena.com, 21. www.fonearena.com, 22. newatlas.com, 23. www.fonearena.com, 24. www.gamesradar.com
