RedMagic · Electronics · Reviewed by TechNick · Published 2026-07-17
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The reviewer concludes that the RedMagic Astra 2 has taken everything good from its predecessor and improved on it in areas that matter most to gamers. They highlight the faster touch response, better performance from the new chipset, visible liquid cooling, an extra USB port, faster charging, a larger battery, and a slightly lighter design as key upgrades.
This review covers the RedMagic Astra 2 gaming tablet, focusing on its design, cooling system, charging speeds, display, performance hardware, and gaming capabilities. The reviewer provides a hands-on demonstration and benchmarks various games to assess the tablet's real-world performance.
The RedMagic Astra 2 is an insane upgrade, improving on its predecessor in critical areas for gamers. Its 185Hz OLED display consistently hits its refresh rate, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and Redcore R4 chip deliver flagship-level performance, achieving 180 FPS in Wuthering Waves with frame generation. However, the camera quality for both stills and video remains subpar, and a headphone jack is still absent. If you prioritize a compact, high-refresh-rate gaming experience with top-tier performance, this tablet is an exceptional choice. If camera quality or specific game engine limitations are a concern, you might find some limitations, though not due to the tablet itself.
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The Astra 2 looks and feels identical to the first edition, maintaining the same size, 6.9mm thinness, and one-piece metal chassis with a glass window. It is now 7 grams lighter than its predecessor.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The Astra 2 ditches the physical cooling fan for liquid cooling, making it the first liquid-cooled tablet. It features a larger dual-side vapor chamber with a 4D design and liquid metal 3.0. The visible liquid flow through the transparent glass back is described as 'soothing' and 'insanely cool' with RGB lights.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The tablet supports 75-watt wired charging, reaching 100% in 57 minutes. This is 14 minutes faster than the previous model, despite having a larger 8,300 mAh battery.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The display's average touch sampling rate is increased from 240Hz to 300Hz, and the refresh rate is bumped from 165Hz to 185Hz. Unlike most phones, it consistently hits 185Hz.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and includes the new Redcore R4 dedicated gaming chip, resulting in significantly higher benchmark scores than the first Astra tablet and identical GPU scores to RedMagic's flagship phones.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Using image upscaling and frame interpolation, Genshin Impact runs at a solid 120 FPS at max graphics settings, doubling the native 60 FPS, without the tablet feeling too warm.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Wuthering Waves, with settings cranked to max and native 90 FPS, averaged around 180 FPS with frame generation enabled, making it the only mobile device tested by the reviewer to achieve 180 FPS on top of 90 FPS.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Call of Duty Mobile runs at a capped 165Hz (due to game limitations, not hardware) and averaged even higher than the 165 FPS limit most of the time, even with very high graphics presets.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Delta Force is limited to 120 FPS in the global version, but the Astra 2 maintained a steady 120 FPS using the HD quality preset.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
hands_on_demopositivet=09:00–09:27
Bright Memory Infinite, a PC-level ported game, averaged a stable 120 FPS with all graphical settings maxed out, showing improved stability compared to previous Red Magic devices.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Red Dead Redemption, when in performance mode, has a frame cap of 40 FPS, which the Astra 2 ran exceptionally well.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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Grid Legends, the most demanding racing game on Android, maintained a rock-steady 60 FPS in performance mode and looked stunning on the large screen.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The tablet uses the same dual 0815 X-axis linear vibration motors as its predecessor, providing haptic feedback that feels 'just as incredible' and needs to be felt in person.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
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The RedMagic Astra 2 features different, slightly larger but narrower 1227 dual stereo speakers. N base acoustic material has been introduced to combat the smaller surface area, aiming for a more full-range balance.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wqe_eoem4
The RedMagic Astra 2 significantly improves upon its predecessor with key upgrades. These include a faster touch response from 240Hz to 300Hz, enhanced performance due to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Redcore R4 chips, a new visible liquid cooling system, an extra USB 2.0 port for more connectivity, faster 75W wired charging, a larger 8,300 mAh battery, and a slightly lighter build.
The RedMagic Astra 2 is built for insane gaming performance, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a dedicated Redcore R4 chip. It handles demanding games like Genshin Impact at a solid 120 FPS with frame interpolation and Wuthering Waves at around 180 FPS with frame generation enabled. Other titles like Call of Duty Mobile run at 165 FPS, and PC-ported games like Bright Memory Infinite maintain a stable 120 FPS, making it excellent for mobile gaming.
The RedMagic Astra 2 integrates a new Aqua Cool Cooling System 2.0, making it the first liquid-cooled tablet. This system includes a larger dual-side vapor chamber and liquid metal 3.0, eliminating the need for a physical fan. The reviewer noted that even during intense gaming sessions like Genshin Impact at max settings and 120 FPS, the tablet did not feel too warm in the hand, indicating effective heat management.
The tablet is equipped with a larger 8,300 mAh battery, an improvement over its predecessor. It supports faster 75-watt wired charging, capable of fully charging the tablet in a rapid 57 minutes. This is 14 minutes quicker than the previous model, offering excellent charging efficiency for its battery size.
The RedMagic Astra 2 boasts a stunning 9.06-inch flat compact OLED panel, ideal for gaming. It features an increased 185Hz refresh rate, which it consistently hits, and an improved average touch sampling rate of 300Hz. These specifications translate to incredibly smooth visuals and highly responsive touch input, providing a significant advantage and immersive experience for gamers.
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The RedMagic Astra 2 gaming tablet, the successor to last year's model, introduces significant improvements over its predecessor. Key upgrades include a new liquid cooling system, faster 75-watt charging, a larger 8,300 mAh battery, and a slightly lighter design. The tablet features a 9.06-inch 185Hz OLED display with an improved 300Hz touch sampling rate and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and Redcore R4 dedicated gaming chip. Gaming performance is thoroughly tested across seven demanding titles, showcasing high and stable frame rates, even with advanced features like frame interpolation.
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