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RedMagic Astra 2

85
Highly rated
Average of 6 professional reviews
6 of 6 recommend it · one critic is far keener
Where the 6 reviews landedRange 80–100

Exact average 85.3 · all scores printed by the outlets

Trusted Reviews's review has no printed score; we read it as 100/100. The other 5 average 82.

RedMagic Astra 2Image: RedMagic

6 professional reviewers tested the RedMagic Astra 2, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: performance and picture quality. Most common complaint: software and app.

Reviewed by Trusted Reviews, Android Central, CNET and 3 more

The catch: Software is bloated, and the update promise is short.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 100
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2026

    Trusted Reviews names it the best Android gaming tablet, praising sustained speed, cooling and a cleaner software experience.

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  2. 90
    Android CentralHands-on review · 2026

    Android Central finds it a refined sequel with top internals, effective liquid cooling and an excellent OLED panel in a handy size.

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  3. 82
    CNETHands-on review · 2026

    CNET still rates it the best Android gaming tablet despite a price rise.

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  4. 80
    Digital TrendsHands-on review · 2026

    Digital Trends calls it an over-the-top but capable small gaming tablet that is an easy buy for gamers.

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  5. 80
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    Tom's Guide loves the compact flagship-powered tablet and its OLED screen, calling it one of the best Android tablets.

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  6. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2026

    TechRadar finds it the fastest Android tablet it has tested, with excellent sustained gaming performance and good value.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Performance5 of 6
Picture quality3 of 6

What critics dislike most

Software and app3 of 6

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Common questions

Is the RedMagic Astra 2 worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 6 recommend it. Software is bloated, and the update promise is short.

Do critics agree about the RedMagic Astra 2?

One critic is far keener: scores range from 80 (Digital Trends) to 100 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 20 points across 6 reviews. Trusted Reviews's review has no printed score; we read it as 100/100. The other 5 average 82.

What do critics dislike about the RedMagic Astra 2?

Software and app (3 of 6 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the RedMagic Astra 2?

The OnePlus Pad 3 (critic score 88), top pick, narrowly.