Asus ROG Phone 9
- Status: Released 19th November 2024
- OS: Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
- Display: 6.78" 1080x2400 pixels
- Camera: 50MP 4320p
- RAM: 12/16GB RAM Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Battery: 5800mAh 65W15W
The Asus ROG Phone 9 is the latest addition to Asus’ renowned gaming smartphone lineup, promising unparalleled gaming performance and cutting-edge features. Announced on November 19, 2024, and set to release the following day, it combines robust hardware, advanced gaming-centric features, and a stylish design.
Design and Build
The phone boasts a premium build with a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, and an aluminum frame, ensuring durability and elegance. At 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9 mm and weighing 227 g, it’s sturdy yet comfortable to handle. Its IP68 rating makes it resistant to dust and water (up to 1.5m for 30 minutes). A unique mini-LED matrix (85 dots) on the back adds customizable aesthetics, while pressure-sensitive gaming triggers enhance gameplay precision.
Immersive Display
The 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display features 185Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 2500 nits, delivering vivid visuals and smooth gameplay. With a 1080 x 2400 resolution and 388 ppi density, the screen ensures sharpness and clarity, while Always-On display provides convenience.
Performance Powerhouse
Under the hood, the ROG Phone 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm) chipset and Adreno 830 GPU, offering unmatched performance for gaming and multitasking. It comes with Android 15 and two promised major upgrades. Memory options include 256GB with 12GB RAM or 512GB with 16GB RAM, both utilizing UFS 4.0 storage for lightning-fast data access.
Versatile Cameras
The phone features a 50 MP primary camera with gimbal OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP macro sensor. Video capabilities include 8K at 30fps and various slow-motion options. The 32 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies and video calls.
Battery and Charging
The 5800 mAh battery provides all-day endurance, supported by 65W wired charging that promises a full charge in just 46 minutes. It also supports 15W wireless and 10W reverse wired charging, adding flexibility.
Connectivity and Features
Equipped with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and dual USB-C ports, the phone ensures seamless connectivity. Stereo speakers, a 3.5mm jack, and Hi-Res audio deliver an immersive sound experience.
Conclusion
The Asus ROG Phone 9 is a powerhouse designed for gamers and power users alike. With its exceptional performance, immersive display, and gamer-centric features, it solidifies Asus’ position at the forefront of gaming smartphones.
Specifications
Prices
| European Euro | €1,100 |
| Converted Price | ₹99,000 |
Launch
| Announced | 2024, November 19 |
| Status | Coming soon. Exp. release 2024, November 20 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands |
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global HSDPA 800 / 900 / 1700 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - China |
| 4G bands |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - International 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71 - USA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48 - China |
| 5G bands |
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - USA 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - China |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (Up to 7CA), 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 3.02 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 227 g (8.01 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM |
Nano-SIM, eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Mini-LED (85 dots) programmable matrix (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) |
Display
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 185Hz, HDR10, 1600 nits (HBM), 2500 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution |
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) Always-On display |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Platform
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal |
256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM UFS 4.0 NTFS support for external storage |
Main Camera
| Triple |
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, gimbal OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 22mm (wide), 1/3.2", 0.7µm |
| Features | Panorama, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack |
Yes 32-bit/384kHz Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C (side), DisplayPort 1.4; USB Type-C (bottom), OTG |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery
| Type | 5800 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging |
65W wired, PD3.0, PPS, QC5, 100% in 46 min (advertised) 15W wireless (Qi) 10W reverse wired |
Others
| Colors | Phantom Black, Storm White |
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