Gaming phones are getting better, and two of the best out there right now are the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro. They’re both made for serious gamers, have top-of-the-line hardware, and are capable of running even the most demanding games. But which one is the best? Let’s find out.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro – Powering Mobile Gaming

The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro is built for gamers who demand the best. It has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite chip, so you get lightning-fast speeds and no lag, even in the most intense games. The 165Hz AMOLED display makes everything look super smooth, giving you an edge in fast-paced games.

But what really sets it apart is its cooling, with Asus using a high-end vapor chamber and even an external cooler option to keep the phone cool even when you’re slogging it out in games. There’s no overheating, no slowdowns, just pure gaming action. The shoulder triggers give you extra control, too, so it feels more like a console controller than a regular touchscreen phone.

The 6, 000mAh battery is another winner. You can play for hours without worrying about running out of battery. And if you do need to charge, the 65W fast charging gets you back in action quickly.

Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro – Better Performance at a Better Price

The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro is another serious gaming phone, but it’s slightly better value for money. It also has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip so you can expect great performance. The 144Hz AMOLED display isn’t quite as fast as the ROG Phone 9 Pro, but it’s still very smooth and responsive.

But the best part of the Red Magic 10 Pro’s cooling fan is that you don’t need to use an external cooler for the maximum cooling effect. The Red Magic 10 Pro has its own built-in turbofan and liquid cooling system that keeps the phone cool and running smoothly even when you’re playing games like Genshin Impact or Call of Duty for hours on end.

The 5, 500mAh battery is a little smaller than the ROG’s, but it still goes for ages—and with 80W fast charging, you can be back gaming even quicker.

Which One Should You Choose?

If you’re after the best gaming performance, ROG Phone 9 Pro packs in the max power, but Red Magic 10 Pro offers great value with cooling.