RedMagic 12 Pro+ Launches With 185Hz Display, RGB Liquid Cooling and 8400mAh Battery

RedMagic has officially unveiled its 12 Pro+ gaming smartphone in China, introducing a device that appears determined to settle the argument over whether smartphones really need elaborate cooling systems. The answer, according to RedMagic, is apparently yes, preferably with colourful lighting. The new flagship features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor, accompanied by RedMagic's dedicated RedCore R5 gaming chip. Its uninterrupted AMOLED display offers a 185Hz refresh rate, extremely narrow 0.

96mm bezels and an under-display front camera. The cooling system is particularly unusual, combining an active fan with visible dual-loop liquid cooling and RGB illumination. The company claims this arrangement improves sustained performance during demanding gaming sessions, although independent testing will be required to verify the practical benefits. Battery capacity reaches an impressive 8400mAh, with 120W wired charging, 80W wireless charging and bypass charging support.

Dedicated shoulder triggers provide additional controls for competitive games, while stereo speakers and advanced vibration feedback complete the gaming-focused package. RedMagic has also included PC game emulation capabilities, potentially expanding the range of experiences available beyond conventional Android titles. Chinese pricing begins at CNY 6999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration, rising to CNY 8999 for the 16GB and 1TB model.

The handset goes on sale in China later today, while international availability remains to be clarified. RedMagic is clearly targeting enthusiasts who consider ordinary flagship smartphones insufficiently committed to gaming. Whether all that technology improves your competitive ranking is another matter. Unfortunately, even the world's most elaborate cooling system cannot compensate for terrible aim.