January 9, 2024, 18:00 IST : Asus has recently launched its latest gaming smartphone series, the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro and Asus ROG Phone 8, during CES 2024. This new ROG series operates on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and boasts an IP68 rating for splash and dust protection. The highlight features include a 165Hz refresh rate AMOLED display, a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary camera, and a massive 5,500mAh battery.
Key Features:
| Features | Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro | Asus ROG Phone 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED | 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz |
| Camera Setup | 50MP + 13MP + 32MP | 50MP + 13MP + 32MP |
| Battery | 5,500mAh | 5,500mAh |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Storage/RAM | 24GB/512GB, 24GB/1TB | 16GB/256GB |
| Charging | 65W | 65W |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Prices and Availability:
The Asus ROG Phone 8 is priced at $1,099 for the 16GB/256GB variant, while the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro comes in two options – $1,199 for the 16GB/512GB and $1,499 for the 24GB/1TB variant. Both models are available in Phantom Black and Rebel Grey colors.
Specifications:
The Asus ROG Phone 8 series features a 6.78-inch Full HD+ Samsung AMOLED LTPO display with a resolution of 1,080×2,400 pixels and a high refresh rate of 165Hz. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, the ROG Phone 8 Pro offers 24GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS4.0 storage, while the ROG Phone 8 comes with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS4.0 storage. Running on Android 14-based ROG UI, both models house a 5,500mAh battery supporting 65W charging.
For security, the phones feature in-display fingerprint sensors and facial recognition. In terms of dimensions, the ROG Phone 8 series measures 163.8mm in length, 76.8mm in width, and 8.9mm in thickness, with a weight of 225 grams.
Camera Setup:
Both the ROG Phone 8 Pro and ROG Phone 8 boast an impressive camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 32MP third camera. The front camera on the ROG Phone 8 is a 12MP shooter.
Connectivity and Cooling:
Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS/A-GPS/NavIC, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB Type-C port. The ROG Phone 8 series also comes with a Snap-on Cooling Fan AeroActive Cooler X, featuring an in-built thermoelectric cooling chip and a fan on the back cover to reduce temperatures by up to 28 degrees Celsius. The phones also include dedicated buttons for game control.
In conclusion, the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro and ROG Phone 8 are powerful gaming smartphones with top-notch specifications, ensuring an immersive gaming experience for enthusiasts.
