The gaming phone market has a new king, and it’s arriving on October 15. The RedMagic 12 Pro+ isn’t just another spec-sheet upgrade—it’s a statement of intent. With a 2nm chip, a world-first RGB liquid cooling system, and a design that’s somehow lighter and thinner despite a bigger battery, this is the most ambitious gaming phone RedMagic has ever built.
The launch event is set for October 15 at 14:30 China time, with pre-orders already open . Here’s everything we know.
1. The Chip: A 2nm Monster That’s Already Breaking Records
At the heart of the 12 Pro+ is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, built on TSMC’s 2nm GAA process. The CPU’s prime core breaks the 5GHz barrier—Qualcomm calls it “the world’s fastest mobile CPU” . The GPU is an Adreno 850 with Matrix Cores and Neural Fusion technology, paired with an X105 modem and Offset PoP high-thermal-conductivity packaging .
The early benchmark numbers are staggering. In Geekbench 7, the 12 Pro+ scored 3,677 single-core and 12,679 multi-core—beating the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and OnePlus 16 by roughly 1% and 2-3% respectively .
2. The Cooling: A World-First RGB Liquid System
This is the headline feature. The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is the world’s first smartphone with an RGB liquid cooling system . Through the transparent rear panel, you can see the coolant flowing through dual-loop channels, illuminated by customizable RGB lighting—turning the cooling system into a visual centerpiece .
The system is genuinely stacked: a dual-crystal water cooling micro-pump (20mW power draw, 130kPa pressure), an AI server-grade fluorinated liquid, and a wind-cooling fan spinning at 25,500 RPM—the fastest in any phone . There’s also a maze-style dust-proof structure and IPX8 water resistance .
3. The Display: 0.96mm Bezels, No Notch, No Compromise
The 12 Pro+ continues RedMagic’s signature under-display camera approach. The 9th-generation under-display technology shrinks the bezels to just 0.96mm—down from 1.25mm on the previous model . The result is a completely uninterrupted full-screen experience.
Expect a 6.85-inch 1.5K AMOLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate (possibly 165Hz) and 2,592Hz PWM dimming .
4. The Design: Lighter, Thinner, and Finally Flat
RedMagic has addressed its biggest design criticism. The camera module now sits completely flush with the rear panel—no more camera bump digging into your fingers during landscape gaming .
Despite a larger battery, the phone is thinner and lighter than the RedMagic 11 Pro+. It measures approximately 8.9mm thick and 230g . The frame has a 2.5D micro-arc profile with more rounded corners for better grip .
Three colors are available, all with transparent backs: Transparent Dark Night, Transparent Ice Blue, and Transparent Silver Wing .
5. The Battery: Bigger, and Still Thin
The 12 Pro+ is expected to pack an 8,000mAh to 8,400mAh battery—a significant jump from the 11 Pro+’s 7,500mAh . Charging speeds are rumored at 120W wired and 80W wireless . The fact that RedMagic achieved this while making the phone thinner is genuinely impressive engineering.
6. The Cameras: Flush, But Not a Focus
The 12 Pro+ has a 50MP main + 50MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro triple camera setup . It’s a gaming phone, so camera quality is secondary—but the flush design is a welcome improvement. No telephoto lens here .
7. The Audio: Dolby Atmos and a 3.5mm Jack
RedMagic has confirmed Dolby Atmos support with 1115E stereo symmetrical speakers—billed as the best audio ever on a RedMagic flagship . And yes, there’s still a 3.5mm headphone jack .
8. Price and Availability
Pricing hasn’t been officially confirmed, but leaks point to:
12GB/256GB: ¥5,499–¥6,999 (approximately $770–$980)
16GB/512GB: ¥6,199–¥6,999 (approximately $870–$980)
In India, the 12 Pro+ is listed at ₹89,990, while the US expected price is around $935 .
The China launch is October 15. A global release is expected to follow, though no date has been confirmed .
Is This the Ultimate Gaming Phone of 2026?
On paper, absolutely. The RedMagic 12 Pro+ combines the fastest mobile chip available, the most advanced cooling system ever put in a phone, a flawless full-screen display, and a design that’s finally comfortable to hold. It’s a gaming phone that doesn’t force you to compromise on portability.
The only question is price. If RedMagic keeps the 12 Pro+ in the ¥6,000–¥7,000 range, it will be one of the best value flagships of the year—not just among gaming phones, but among all phones.
The launch is October 15. We’ll have the full specs and official pricing then. For now, one thing is clear: RedMagic isn’t just competing. It’s leading.
