Christmas has come early for mobile gamers! The RedMagic Astra Gaming Tablet is officially here, offering an impressive array of features designed for gamers and multitaskers alike.
This 9-inch beast sits comfortably between a smartphone and a laptop, delivering power and portability without the need for a bulky laptop. Whether you’re gaming, creating, or simply multitasking, the Astra promises high performance in a sleek package.
Unveiled on July 1, 2025, the Astra is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a stunning 9.06-inch OLED display with a 2.4K resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, and a cooling system designed for peak performance during intense gaming sessions. With its transparent metal body and RGB accents, it’s as visually striking as it is functional.
The heart of the Astra lies in its OLED screen that boasts a 2400 x 1504 px resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. This ensures smooth, buttery gameplay and responsiveness, while the 1,600-nit peak brightness guarantees excellent visibility outdoors. The display also has a 90% screen-to-body ratio and is designed for ultra-accurate touch input, even during sweaty gaming sessions. Additionally, it’s Low Blue Light certified, making it gentle on the eyes during long gaming marathons.
Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor is paired with up to 24 GB of LPDDR5T RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, ensuring fast app launches and seamless multitasking. The inclusion of the RedCore R3 Pro coprocessor is a game-changer, optimizing battery life, thermal performance, and system rendering for an even smoother experience.
Speaking of performance, the cooling system is nothing short of impressive. The RedMagic Astra features a 13-layer cooling system, including Liquid Metal 2.0 for heat dissipation, dual vapor chambers, and a high-speed turbofan spinning at 20,000 RPM. This innovative setup keeps the tablet cool even during demanding tasks, while also improving charging efficiency by up to 13%
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The cooling fan even features customizable RGB lighting, adding a touch of flair to the already eye-catching design.
The Astra also ships with RedMagic OS 10.5 based on Android 15, offering Google’s AI Gemini for real-time translations and content creation assistance. The tablet supports superfast USB 3.2 Gen 2 data transfers, DisplayPort output, and USB OTG for seamless connectivity. It also includes an X-Gravity Gaming Center for ultra-low latency gaming, supporting games like COD Mobile, Genshin Impact, and Delta Force.
For battery life, the Astra comes equipped with an 8,200mAh battery that can handle up to 6.67 hours of Call of Duty Mobile, 5.56 hours of Genshin Impact, or 33 hours of video streaming. The tablet also supports fast charging, going from 0% to 100% in just 64 minutes.
When it comes to audio, the Astra features dual symmetrical speakers with DTS:X Ultra support and haptic feedback from dual x-axis motors, ensuring an immersive gaming or media experience. Additional accessories include a stylus, screen protector, folio case, and the upcoming RedMagic Gamepad for a near-console-grade gaming experience.
Pricing for the RedMagic Astra starts at $549 for the 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage model, with prices going up to $899 for the 24 GB RAM + 1 TB storage model. Early bird vouchers are available from July 10 to July 15, 2025, and general sales begin on July 16. The Astra will be available globally, with specific availability across North America, Europe, parts of Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.