Last month, Asus released its latest gaming-centric smartphone, the ROG Phone 2. As we already know the device packs impressive features some of which include a gigantic 6,000 mAh battery and a 6.6 inch AMOLED display with a remarkable refresh rate of 120 Hz. Recently, the device was subjected to a teardown by the famous Youtuber JerryRigEverything that has revealed shocking findings of the design preferences chosen by Asus.
The trapezoidal plastic piece with a metal grille on its back which originally seemed like a vent to provide active cooling while the CPU is processing heavy loads, turned out to be a sham and is nothing more than a cosmetic addition.
Besides, the narrow metal grille makes it one of the least water-resistant smartphones of 2019. As liquid would seep right in, even when dripped at an angle, leave alone sub-merging it underwater. Having said that, Asus never claimed the device to be water-resistant but this could be a downer for some especially the ones who have been spoiled by the laudable IP ratings on other flagships from Apple or Samsung.
Nonetheless, the teardown did reveal some praiseworthy bits of the Asus ROG Phone 2 as well. While the Youtuber had to sacrifice the display on his unit to reveal this, the device packs one of the largest copper chamber found on any smartphone. For those who do not know, copper is an excellent conductor of metal, therefore, heat dissipation on the device will be superb.
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Accordingly, temperatures on the device would stay well under the acceptable range even when its Snapdragon 855+ is rendering complex bits of data while playing PUBG on high settings or executing similar resource-hungry tasks.
What else did the teardown reveal? A massive 6,000 mAh battery which by the way popped right off after the pull tab was easily removed (unlike Apple), dual vibration motors to provide powerful haptic feedback and cleverly implemented RGB LED logo on the back.
What are your thoughts on the Asus ROG Phone 2’s innards? Do you think IP rating is a must in today’s day and age? Let us know in the comments below.
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