ASUS ROG Phone 8 Series was unveiled in 2024 at CES and has made a major impact. This device offers the latest specifications and features to gamers looking for the best mobile gaming experience. There are three versions: ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 pro. These devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which delivers unmatched performance. ASUS has updated its camera setup to include a 6-axis Gimbal Stabilizer and a Telephoto. The Pro models feature a mini-LED display called AniMe Vision that allows users to customize it with animations.
Features:
All models in the ROG Phone series have a 165Hz OLED display, which offers a truly immersive gaming experience. The base version of the international pricing starts at Rs 90,000. This puts it in the position of a premium gaming system. ASUS confirms that the ROG 8 Series will launch in India.
Display Design and
The devices are equipped with a 6.78″ flexible AMOLED display boasting FHD+ Resolution. They also feature a 165Hz refresh, a touch sampling rate of 720Hz, and peak brightness levels up to 2500nits. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Performance:
The ROG Phone 8 Series is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Its base models offer 12GB RAM, 256GB of storage, and an optional 24GB+1TB model. The devices feature a Rapid Cooling Conductor, which efficiently transfers heat from the processor onto the back panel.
Camera Setup
The triple rear camera system includes a Sony IMX890 sensor with 50MP and a 6-axis Gimbal Stabilizer. The secondary camera consists of a 32MP lens with 3x optical Zoom and OIS. It is accompanied by an ultra wide lens. The imaging power is completed by a 32MP selfie lens with pixel-binning capability.
Battery Charging:
The ROG Phone 8 series is powered by a robust 5500mAh lithium-ion battery that supports 65W HyperCharging wired and 15W wireless charging. The devices feature a 5-magnet setup with Hi Res Audio output and retain the 3.5mm jack.
Additional Accessories:
Other Accessories ASUS introduced the AeroActive Cooler X. The clip-on device offers 1.2x greater cooling efficiency than previous models. The device costs $99.99 but can reduce the temperature by up to 26 degrees Celsius.
Pricing & Availability:
In international markets, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 costs $1099.99. The ROG Phone 8 Pro is $1199.99 and the ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition is $1499.99. AeroActive Cooler X costs $99.99. ASUS confirmed that the ROG Phone Series will be launched in India soon, and the base model is expected to cost around Rs 95,000.
Specifications Overview
- Display: 6.78-inch LTPO Flexible OLED panel, 165Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Software: ROG UI based Android 14
- RAM and storage: 12GB/16GB/24GB/48GB LPDDR5X, 256GB/512GB/1TB UFFS 4.0 storage
- Cameras: 50MP Primary, 32MP Telephoto, 13MP Ultrawide, 32MP Front
- Battery: 5500mAh, 65W Hypercharger and 15W Wireless Charging
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NavIC, NFC, 3.5mm headphone jack
- Weight: 225 grams
- Dimensions: 163.8×76.8×8.9mm
- Colors: Rebel Grey, Phantom Black and Phantom Black Pro models (only Phantom Black pro models available).
- Other Features: AirTriggers gaming controller, in-display fingerprint reader, IP68 rating