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ROG Phone 8 Pro takes the AnTuTu performance crown but Oppo Find X7 is hot on its heels

Sudhanshu — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:10:49 +0000

AnTuTu has published its list of best-performing smartphones in the flagship category from March 2024. These devices are mainly rated based on their CPU, GPU, Memory (RAM), and UX (software) performance, to give users a rough idea of how they perform in demanding tasks like gaming. You can check out the list below.

AnTuTu Top 10 Smartphones in March 2024:

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+512GB) – 2,141,448
OPPO Find X7 (Dimensity 9300, 16GB+1TB) – 2,138,119
iQOO 12 (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+512GB) – 2,110,595
Red Magic 9 Pro+ (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+512GB) – 2,098,269
Vivo X100 Pro (Dimensity 9300, 16GB+1TB) – 2,088,853
iQOO Neo 9 Pro (Dimensity 9300, 16GB+1TB) – 2,070,155
iQOO 12 Pro (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+1TB) – 2,066,837
Vivo X100 (Dimensity 9300, 16GB+512GB) – 2,049,022
Nubia Z60 Ultra (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+512GB) – 2,043,411
OPPO Find X7 Ultra (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB+512GB) – 2,036,200

In February, the Dimensity 9300-clad Oppo Find X7 beat out the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro in terms of performance. However, it looks like the ROG Phone 8 Pro has received some turning, which has finally landed it on top of the AnTuTu charts for March 2024. The ROG Phone 8 Pro was launched back in January featuring the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship SoC. It has scored 2,141,448 on the benchmark.

Oppo Find X7

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro: Phantom Black

That being said, the OPPO Find X7 with 2,138,119 points is still hot on its heels with a difference of just 3,329. What this means is that both the Dimensity 9300 and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chips are on par with each other in performance, which is quite good for competition in the industry. It will be interesting to see what MediaTek and Qualcomm have in store for us with their next-gen chips. Reports have claimed that both the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and the Dimensity 9400 chips are outperforming Apple’s A18 Pro in multi-core tests.

Moving on, the iQOO 12 is in the third position, while Nubia’s Red Magic 9 Pro+ gaming smartphone equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC is in the fourth spot with 2,098,269. It trails the ROG Phone 8 Pro by 43,179 points. The Vivo X100 Pro featuring a Dimensity 9300 rounds up the top 5. While the sixth to tenth spots are occupied by the iQOO Neo 9 Pro, iQOO 12 Pro, Vivo X100, Nubia Z60 Ultra, and the OPPO Find X7 Ultra. We have also separately covered this month’s top-performing Flagship killers with the newly launched OnePlus Ace 3V dethroning the dominant Redmi K70E for the top spot.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro’s US pre-order & shipping dates revealed

Sudhanshu — Sun, 25 Feb 2024 03:56:39 +0000

Asus has confirmed the US launch details for its ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro through its official selling partner, Mobile Advance (via GSMArena). Pre-orders for the ROG Phone 8 Pro are scheduled to begin on February 29, with shipping dates ranging from March 11 to March 31. Details for the standard ROG Phone 8’s launch timeline have yet to be disclosed.

Image via GSMArena

The ROG Phone 8 Pro is priced at $1,199.99, while the more advanced ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition, which includes 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage along with an AeroActive Cooler X and Aero Case, will retail for $1,499.99. The base model, ROG Phone 8, will be available for $1,099.99.

ROG Phone 8 Pro specs:

Key features of the ROG Phone 8 Pro include a 6.78-inch 165Hz LTPO Samsung E6 AMOLED display. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and an Adreno 750 GPU, supported by 24GB LPDDR5X RAM. It also offers up to 1TB UFS 4.0 storage for ample space.

It has a triple rear camera setup headlined by a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor, plus a 32MP front camera for high-quality selfies. The ROG Phone 8 Pro’s 5500mAh battery supports 65W fast charging. Additional features tailored for gamers include responsive AirTrigger buttons, IP68 dust and water resistance, and a superior 5-magnet speaker system.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro finally goes on sale in India

Sean — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:20:31 +0000

The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro was officially unveiled earlier this month in India. Now, the latest generation of flagship gaming smartphone from the company has finally gone on sale in the region. So here are all the details regarding its specs, pricing, and more.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro Pricing & Availability

The Taiwanese tech giant released the ROG Phone 8 Pro in a single Phantom Black color option in India. Although, it is available for purchase in two storage configurations, namely 16GB + 512GB and 24GB + 1TB variants. The base model has a price tag of 94,999 INR (roughly 1,055 US Dollars), while the top end overkill version costs 119,999 INR (roughly 1,330 US Dollars).

Notably, the 24GB version is dubbed the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition and it is also bundled with the ROG AeroActive Cooler X. This is an external cooler that helps keep the thermals of your device in check during intense gaming. Users can also purchase this accessory separately for 5,999 INR. The smartphone is on sale via the brand’s official Indian website and Vijay Sales.

To recall, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro sports a tall 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display that offers Full HD+ resolution and 165Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 gen 3 SoC and a large 5,000mAh battery pack with 65W wired fast charging support. The rear packs a 50-megapixel triple camera setup, while the front has a 32-megapixel selfie shooter. It runs on the Android 14 OS based ROG UI custom skin.

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Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro price for Indian market officially confirmed

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 03:10:10 +0000

Asus recently introduced a range of new devices at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas, including the global launch of the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro, targeted at gaming enthusiasts. Following this, the Taiwanese company has now disclosed the pricing details for the ROG Phone 8 Pro in the Indian market.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro price in India

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro: Phantom Black

The ROG Phone 8 and Phone 8 Pro share identical specifications, with the former featuring an Aura RGB LED logo on the back and the latter equipped with an AniMe Vision mini-LED system on its rear side. In addition, the two phones differ in terms of RAM and storage configurations. In India, the company is only offering the ROG Phone 8 Pro in two variants.

The ROG Phone 8 Pro, which comes with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, is priced at Rs 94,999 (~$1,142). On the other hand, the ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition, offering 24 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, costs Rs 1,19,999 (~$1,444). It comes in Phantom Black color only. The brand is also selling the AeroActive Cooler X accessory for Rs 5,999 (~$722).

Asus is yet to declare the sale date of the ROG Phone 8 Pro. However, it has been confirmed that the device will be sold via Vijay Sales, Asus Exclusive stores, Asus ROG stores, and the Asus e-shop.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro specifications

The ROG Phone 8 Pro has a 6.78-inch Samsung AMOLED LTPO panel that offers an FHD+ resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, up to 2,500 nits of brightness, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. Under the hood, the ROG Phone 8 Pro has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, and a 5,500mAh battery with 65W wired and 15W wireless charging. It runs on ROG UI-based Android 14.

On the front, it has a 32-megapixel selfie camera. The back panel of the device is fitted with an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and an OIS-assisted 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.

Asus ROG Phone 8 series gaming phones launched with 165Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, IP68 body with new design

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 03:49:17 +0000

Asus has finally announced the ROG Phone 8 series of gaming phones. In a departure from previous models, the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro maintain their high performance with flagship chipsets but diverge from the hardcore gaming design seen in their predecessors. Additionally, the ROG Phone 8 series features the most advanced camera system ever integrated into a ROG series phone. Instead of a hard-core gaming phone, the new smartphones carry a daily driver appeal. Here is a look at what’s in store for the buyers of the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro.

Design and Display

Asus ROG Phone 8: Phantom Black

Asus ROG Phone 8: Rebel Grey

The previously released ROG phones featured thick bezels, but the new ROG Phone 8 series looks attractive from the front as it features a flat display with centred punch-hole and slimmer bezels. Moving to the back, the ROR Phone 8 sports a customizable Aura RGB lighting logo, whereas the Pro variant features a customizable AniMe Vision mini-LED lighting equipped with 341 LEDs. Both devices offer IP68-rated dust and water resistance.

The ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro have a 6.78-inch Samsung AMOLED LTPO display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 165Hz refresh rate, up to 2,500 nits of peak brightness, glove touch support, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. Both devices measure 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9mm and 225 grams, making them thinner and lighter than the ROG Phone 7 series. The ROG Phone 8 comes in shades, such as Rebel Grey and Phantom Black. On the other hand, the Pro variant comes in Phantom Black only.

Specifications and Camera

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro: Phantom Black

Under the hood, the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The standard model ships with up to 12 GB / 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, whereas the Pro variant has 16 GB / 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB / 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. Both devices house a 5,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging, Quick Charge 5.0, and PD charging. Both devices also support 15W Qi wireless charging.

The ROG UI-based Android 14 ships preinstalled on the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro. Both phones feature a conduction cooling system for heat dissipation. The new AeroActive Cooler X accessory for the ROG Phone 8 series is now 29 percent smaller and 10 percent lighter than before and offers a larger contact area.

For an enhanced gaming experience, it comes with the “AI Grabber” feature, which is designed to streamline the process of searching for gaming walkthroughs by recognizing and copying in-game text. To make it easier to find a relevant walkthrough, Asus provided an example of copying a mission objective from a game like Genshin Impact. Additionally, Asus offers some AI-driven features, such as enhanced results through the phone launcher, Gallery, and Settings apps. An upcoming feature called “AI Wallpaper” is also in development, which will generate personalized wallpapers using stable diffusion.

For audio, the ROG Phone 8 series features a 3.5mm audio jack and a 5-magnet speaker system. In addition, both devices offer other features, such as Air Trigger buttons for gaming, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port.

The ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro have a 32-megapixel RGBW camera for snapping selfies. On the back, both phones have a Sony IMX890 50-megapixel main camera with OIS support, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens with a 120-degree FOV, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and OIS support.

Price and Availability

The ROG Phone 8’s base variant, which offers 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, is priced at $1,099. The ROG Phone 8, offering 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, is priced at $1,199. The 24 GB RAM + 1 TB storage variant, which is dubbed the ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition, costs $1,499. As far as availability, it will be up for purchase in spring 2024.

Those who cannot get the super gaming phones in their regions now can also get their hands on the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro via GeekWills.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro AnTuTu, Geekbench scores officially revealed

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:46:33 +0000

On Jan. 16, Asus will unveil the ROG Phone 8 series of gaming phones in China. Ahead of the launch, the brand has released an official confirmation of the benchmark scores of the ROG Phone 8 Pro. Here is a look at the details shared by the brand.

ROG Phone 8 Pro benchmark scores

According to the brand, the ROG Phone 8 Pro has recorded an outstanding score of 2,359,969 on AnTuTu benchmarks. On Geekbench, the device seems to have scored 7422 points in the multi-core test.

For those who don’t know, the ROG Phone 8 series is expected to ship with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip onboard. As per a recent report, the Pro model will have a 6.78-inch AMOLED punch-hole display that offers an FHD+ resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, up to 2,500 nits of brightness, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered device will have a 5,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support. It will have 16 GB / 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB / 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. On the front, it will feature a 32-megapixel selfie camera, and its back panel will have a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.

The ROG Phone 8 Pro will offer other features, such as Android 14, an IP68-rated chassis, a 5-magnet speaker, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Additionally, the back panel of the device will feature an RBG-lit logo.

Upcoming Smartphones: Oppo Find X7, Honor Magic 6, Poco X6, and more

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:56:10 +0000

The second week of 2024 will be as busy as the first one in terms of smartphone launches. Five brands have officially confirmed to debut new devices.

Two of these events will take place in China. They will be headed by Oppo and Honor. Both of them will unveil their latest flagship phones. Further, Motorola will launch a new budget 5G smartphone in India.

Whereas, the remaining three conferences will be held globally. Asus will take wraps off its newest gaming smartphones, while Poco will announce fresh mid-rangers. Finally, Oppo will bring its new Reno handsets to international markets.

Let’s take a look at these devices one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Oppo Find X7 Series

The Oppo Find X7 series is scheduled to launch in China on January 8. The conference will kickstart at 2:30 PM local time (GMT+8).

The lineup will consist of two devices, namely Oppo Find X7 and Oppo Find X7 Ultra. The vanilla model will house a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chip, while the ultra variant will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.

The Find X7 Ultra will arrive with a 50MP Sony LYT-900 1-inch main camera, two periscope telephoto shooters, a leather finish, and satellite communication.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Series

Asus will unveil the ROG Phone 8 series at CES on January 8. At least two models are expected, namely ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro. There could be an ‘Ultimate’ variant as well.

All of them will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Their high refresh rate OLED display will have minimal bezels compared to the previous iterations.

The phones will also be IP68-rated for dust and water resistance. The pro version is anticipated to feature a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 13MP ultrawide unit, and a 32MP telephoto shooter.

Motorola Moto G34 5G

Motorola will debut the Moto G34 5G in India on January 9. As the name suggests, it is a budget 5G smartphone.

The handset offers a 6.5-inch 120Hz HD+ display (LCD), a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chip, a 50MP main camera, a 16MP selfie camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 18W charging support.

The device is tipped to cost ₹10,999 for 4GB RAM and 128GB storage.

Poco X6 Series and Poco M6 Pro

The Poco X6 series and Poco M6 Pro are set to go official on January 11. The X6 lineup is a tweaked version of the existing Redmi handsets, while the M6 Pro is a newer product.

The Poco X6 is a rebranded Redmi Note 13 Pro, which is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip. On the other hand, the Poco X6 Pro houses a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra SoC as it is a rebadged Redmi K70e.

Finally, the Poco M6 Pro is a 4G-only device powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra chip. It will come with a 120Hz OLED display, a 64MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W charging support.

Oppo Reno 11 Series

The Oppo Reno 11 series will make its global debut on January 11. The lineup will include two models, namely Oppo Reno 11 and Oppo Reno 11 Pro.

The Reno 11 Pro for international markets is expected to be the same as the variant sold in China. However, the vanilla Reno 11 for global markets will be different from the original model.

The international Reno 11 will arrive with a less powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC and faster 80W wired charging support. However, it will retain the 32MP telephoto camera and 120Hz curved display.

Honor Magic 6 Series

Honor has scheduled conferences for January 10 and 11. The brand will be unveiling the Magic 6 series on either of these dates.

Three handsets are anticipated, such as Honor Magic 6, Honor Magic 6 Pro, and Honor Magic 6 Porsche Design. So far, the company has officially disclosed the design of the pro version.

The Magic 6 Pro will come with a quad-curved OLED display, pill-shaped cutout, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a face authentication system, and 100W charging support.

Asus ROG Phone 8 series confirmed to launch on January 8 in India

Sudhanshu — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:52:57 +0000

Asus is gearing up for the global debut of the ROG Phone 8 series at CES 2024. The launch date is set for January 8. Now, Asus India has also confirmed that the device will be launching on the same day in India.

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The ROG Phone 8 is dropping on January 8!
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— ASUS India (@ASUSIndia) January 3, 2024

Other than the global market, the ROG Phone 8 series will be launching on January 16 in China. The device will be going head-to-head with the likes of the Red Magic 9 Pro, which recently went on sale in the global market. Here’s what you can expect from the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro specs:

The leaked specifications for the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro suggest a 6.78-inch AMOLED display delivering Full HD+ resolution and an impressive 120Hz refresh rate, promising an engaging gaming experience. Powering the device is expected to be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, a detail substantiated by a prior Geekbench listing. Potential configurations may offer a choice between 16GB or 24GB of RAM, along with varying storage capacities ranging from 512GB to 1TB.

Further speculations indicate a triple-camera setup for the smartphone, including a 50MP primary camera utilizing a Sony IMX890 sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 32MP telephoto lens. The front is anticipated to house a 32MP camera for capturing selfies. The device is projected to house a robust 5,500mAh battery supporting 65W fast charging.

Additional features expected on the gaming phone encompass an in-display fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, a 5-magnet speaker system, along with connectivity features like Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. Notably, the device is rumored to boast an RGB-lit rear logo and incorporate Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for display protection. Moreover, it is speculated to feature an IP68-rated chassis, enhancing its resistance to water and dust.

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro visits NBTC certification database ahead of January 8 launch

Sudhanshu — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 18:02:19 +0000

On January 8 during CES 2024, Asus will unveil its latest flagship gaming smartphone series called the ROG Phone 8 series. Later on, the series will launch in China on January 16. Ahead of the launch, the ROG Phone 8 Pro has appeared on the NBTC certification website.

The NBTC certification reveals that the ROG Phone 8 Pro, identified by the model number AI2401_D, will be compatible with 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. While the certification lacks additional details, it indicates an imminent arrival of the ROG Phone 8 Pro in Thailand.

Rumored specifications for the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro include a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, promising an immersive gaming experience. The device is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, a detail confirmed by a previous Geekbench listing. Configurations may offer varying RAM options of 16GB or 24GB, coupled with storage choices ranging from 512GB to 1TB.

The smartphone is rumored to feature a triple-camera setup, comprising a 50MP main camera with a Sony IMX890 sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 32MP telephoto lens. For selfies, a front-facing 32MP camera is anticipated. The device is rumored to boast an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

Alongside the ROG Phone 8 Pro, the series will also be featuring the vanilla ROG Phone 8 model, as well as the ROG Phone 8 Ultimate model. With the launch just around the corner, we expect the smartphone to clear many other regional certifications. Stay tuned for more details on the ROG Phone 8 series.

Asus ROG Phone 8 series to offer IP68 dust, water resistance

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 05:47:31 +0000

Asus is scheduled to announce the ROG Phone 8 series on Jan. 8 through the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2024 event. Later on, on Jan. 16, the ROG-series gaming phones will be announced for the Chinese market. Today, the brand confirmed the IP rating of the ROG Phone 8 series.

ROG Phone 8 series to feature IP68-rated chassis

As can be seen in the above teaser, Asus has officially confirmed that the ROG Phone 8 series will come with an IP68-rated chassis. It means that the ROG Phone 8 series will feature a water- and dust-resistant design, providing users with enhanced durability and protection against the elements. The IP68 rating ensures that the chassis can withstand submersion in water up to a certain depth and is tightly sealed to prevent dust particles from entering, offering users a more robust and reliable gaming smartphone experience. It is a notable improvement from the ROG Phone 7’s IP54 and the ROG Phone 6 series’ IPX4 ratings.

Previous teasers about the ROG Phone 8 series have revealed that it will sport a new display design. Instead of the thick bezels seen on predecessor models, the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro will arrive with a punch-hole display surrounded by slim bezels. The brand also confirmed that the ROG Phone 8 series will support gimbal stabilization for recording stabilized footage.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series leaked renders by WindowsReport

In the Chinese market, the ROG Phone 8 series will rival the Red Magic 9 Pro series. Like the Nubia gaming phones, the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset.

It appears that the ROG Phone 8 series won’t strictly adhere to the conventional gaming phone model of its predecessors. Instead, it appears to be performance-oriented with an added emphasis on features such as an improved camera experience.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 & 8 Pro spotted on Geekbench ahead of Jan 8 debut

Sudhanshu — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:11:58 +0000

ASUS is all set to unveil the ROG Phone 8 series in China on January 16. Anticipated to include three models – ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro, and ROG Phone 8 Ultimate, these gaming flagship smartphones will go up against the Red Magic 9 Pro series.

Recent leaks from Windows Report spilled the beans on the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro. Now, these devices have emerged on Geekbench revealing the performance, while also confirming some key specs.

ASUS ROG Phone 8/8 Pro Geekbench

According to Geekbench, both ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro, identified as AI2401_C, will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and will run on Android 14. Boasting 16GB of RAM, these devices scored 2210 and 6863 points in single-core and multi-core tests.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series specs:

As per the previously leaked details, the devices will have a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Storage options vary, with ROG Phone 8 offering up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage, while the Pro model might feature a 16GB/24GB RAM configuration and 512GB/1TB storage.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series leaked renders by WindowsReport

The ROG Phone 8 Ultimate, also fueled by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, is speculated to offer up to 24GB of RAM and support 65W fast charging, as indicated by the 3C certification.

Camera capabilities on the Pro model are rumored to include a 50MP rear camera (Sony IMX890 sensor), a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 32MP telephoto lens. Selfie enthusiasts can expect a 32MP front camera. Both models may carry an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

We can expect more details to emerge soon. Although the China launch is happening on January 16, the smartphones will be unveiled prior to that at CES on January 8. Asus is also cooking up the Zenfone 11 series compact smartphones as well. Although the chances are quite slim, the brand could showcase or tease the Zenfone 11 series at the CES 2024 event as well.

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ROG Phone 8 series to feature gimbal stabilization for smoother videos

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:17:06 +0000

Asus’s Chinese division recently confirmed that it will unveil the ROG Phone 8 series of gaming smartphones on Jan. 16 in China. Rumors surrounding the series suggest that it will not be entirely gaming-focused like the predecessor models. The leaked renders of the ROG Phone 8 series and its specifications indicate a toned-down design with more emphasis on camera specifications, a departure from previous models. Today, the brand released the following teaser to reveal one of the camera capabilities of the ROG Phone 8 lineup.

ROG Phone 8 to offer gimbal stabilization

In a Weibo post, Asus stated, “Concerned about shaky hands while shooting videos? The ROG Phone 8 series comes equipped with an anti-shake gimbal to address this issue.”A recent report leaked all the major specs of the ROG Phone 8 and the ROG Phone 8 Pro.

It is speculated that the ROG Phone 8 Pro will arrive with an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. However, there is no information about the camera specifications of the ROG Phone 8. It is likely to have a similar camera setup, minus the telephoto camera. With ample time remaining for the launch, Asus is expected to reveal more details about the ROG Phone 8 series through new teasers in the coming days.

As per reports, the ROG Phone 8 series will sport a new display design featuring a punch-hole screen with a centred punch-hole. It will have a 6.78-inch FHD+ 165Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a 5,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support, a 32-megapixel front camera, and an IP68-rated chassis.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series leaked renders by WindowsReport

The ROG Phone 8 may arrive with 12 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256 GB of UFS 4.0 storage. On the other hand, the Pro variant may be released in configurations such as 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage and 24 GB RAM + 1 TB storage. The series will run on ROG UI-based Android 14.

Before arriving in China, the ROG Phone 8 series will debut at the CES 2024 tech event on Jan. 8.

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Asus ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro full specifications, renders leaked well before launch

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 03:31:47 +0000

Asus recently confirmed that it will unveil the ROG Phone 8 series of gaming phones on Jan. 8. In China, the brand is going to unveil the ROG Phone 8 lineup on Jan. 16. Well ahead of the launch, WindowsReport has published a report to leak the renders and full specifications of the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro. Here is a look at what to expect from both smartphones.

Asus ROG Phone 8 series design

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series leaked renders by WindowsReport

The leaked renders show that the upcoming ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro mark a significant shift from the traditional hardcore gaming phone design of their predecessors. The front now features a modern punch-hole display, while the back boasts a prominent camera module in the top-right corner. The back panel also features an RGB-lit logo and gaming mottos. The report states that the ROG Phone 8 has a matte finish on the back, whereas the Pro variant looks premium with its glossy rear design. Here is a look at the leaked specifications of the ROG Phone 8 series.

Asus ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro specifications (rumored)

The report states that the ROG Phone 8 series will have a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with a 165Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2500 nits. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, the device will pack a 5,500mAh battery with 65W charging capability, as per 3C certification. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a 5-magnet speaker.

On the connectivity front, the ROG Phone 8 series will offer Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. The phones will run on Android 14 with the ROG UI. Notably, both models have Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection and an IP68 rating. Both phones will come in a Rebel Grey shade, apart from other colors.

The standard ROG Phone 8 is equipped with 12 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, while the ROG Phone 8 Pro offers a choice between 16 GB or 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB or 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage.

The Pro variant’s rear camera setup has a 32-megapixel selfie camera and a rear configuration consisting of a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The standard variant has a matte finish, while the Pro variant sports a glossy, premium look. It measures 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9mm and weighs 225 grams. At present, there is no information about the cameras or dimensions of the standard model.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series’ accessory render leaked

In addition, the ROG Phone 8 series will come with an Aero Case and fast charger in the box. Asus will also offer gaming-focused accessories, such as the DEVILCASE Guardian phone case supporting the AeroActive Cooler X, as shown in the leaked image above.

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ASUS ROG Phone 8 Series set to launch on January 16 in China

Sudhanshu — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:19 +0000

ASUS recently teased the ROG Ally 8 series smartphones for the global market. The device will feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, likely paired with ASUS’s cutting-edge heat dissipation solution to give the best performance possible in gaming. The brand has now confirmed that the device will debut in China on January 16.

The announcement does not reveal any new details about the smartphone, but it does confirm that the launch event will kick off at 7:30 PM (GMT+8). Here’s everything known so far about the ROG Phone 8 series.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series: What we know so far

White Asus has not confirmed any details other than a partial back design as seen in the teaser image above, netizens have blown out the shadows from the teaser revealing a redesigned camera island.

The new model will feature a square-shaped camera module, which cuts off from the right edge, technically making it a pentagon. On it, we can see three camera modules, along with an LED flash. Since there are no flashy RGB LEDs on the back, it’s safe to assume that this might be the vanilla ROG Phone 8.

All three models of the series, namely ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro, and ROG Phone 8 Ultimate have appeared on Geekbench revealing some interesting details. Geekbench listings show that the vanilla model features 16GB RAM, while the Pro and Ultimate models have 24GB RAM onboard. Other than that, the vanilla ROG Phone 8 appears to come with a standard Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, while the Pro and Ultimate models feature an overclocked variant of the chip, with slightly boosted peak clock speed.

While the global launch date has not been confirmed yet, ASUS ROG will be holding an event on January 8, a day before CES 2024, to unveil “ROG’s exciting new lineup for 2024”. It is speculated that the brand might take the curtains off the ROG Phone 8 at this event.

ASUS ROG January 8 Launch event announced, ROG Phone 8, Zephyrus G14 expected

Sudhanshu — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:59:47 +0000

CES 2024 is just around the corner with major tech OEMs gearing up to unveil what they have been cooking up for the future. Along with that, we might also see a bunch of new launches from various brands. A day ahead of the CES, ASUS‘s gaming division ROG has announced a launch event, where the brand will unveil its “lineup for 2024”.

With the recent teaser of the ASUS ROG Phone 8, it is more than likely that we see the flagship gaming smartphone launch at this January 8 event. The brand could also unveil new gaming laptops, as well as new monitors at this event. A previous teaser confirms that the ROG Zephyris G14 will be among the hardware unveiled on January 8.

Back to the ROG Phone 8, the device was recently spotted on Geekbench alongside the ROG Phone 8 Pro. Both of these smartphones will feature the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, alongside a new back design. The Geekbench listing also revealed that the vanilla model features 16GB RAM, while the Pro model has 24GB RAM onboard. Another interesting fact is that while the vanilla model has a standard Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, the Pro model appears to feature an overclocked version with higher clock speed on its prime core.

The third and final variant is expected to be the ROG Phone 8 Ultimate, featuring an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and an impressive 24GB of RAM. Further details about these devices are anticipated to emerge in the coming days. Meanwhile, it’s worth turning attention to the Red Magic 9 series, standing as the sole rival to the ROG Phone following the exit of the Lenovo Legion Phone from the gaming phone arena.

Asus ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro, Zenfone 11 Ultra receive Bluetooth SIG certification, Q1 2024 launch expected

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:30:10 +0000

In October, Asus confirmed that the upcoming ROG Phone 8 series of gaming phones will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. In the subsequent weeks, one of the ROG Phone 8 variants has appeared in the databases of Geekbench and China’s 3C certification platform. The arrival of the ROG Phone 8 series seems imminent, as it has now received approval from the Bluetooth SIG authority. In addition, the same certification platform has also been certified by the Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra.

ROG Phone 8 series, Zenfone 11 Ultra Bluetooth SIG certified

Asus ROG Phone 8 series, Zenfone 11 Ultra Bluetooth SIG certified

As can be seen, the ROG Phone 8 identified with model numbers such as ASUS_AI2401_D, ASUS_AI2401_A, ASUS_AI2401_C, and ASUS_AI2401_E has been approved by the Bluetooth SIG authority.

The ROG Phone 8 Pro bearing similar model numbers, such as ASUS_AI2401_A, ASUS_AI2401_C, and ASUS_AI2401_F, has also received Bluetooth SIG certification.

To recall, the AI2401_A variant was spotted with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16 GB of RAM, and Android 14 on Geekbench, and it was spotted with a 65W fast charger in China’s 3C certification. On the other hand, the AI2401_D variant has appeared with 24 GB of RAM on Geekbench. There is a possibility that one of the ROG Phone 8 variants, probably the one with 24 GB of RAM, could be marketed as the ROG Phone 8 Ultimate.

It was reported in August that the Zenfone 10, which debuted earlier this year, could be the last Zenfone series phone from the brand. However, Asus quickly debunked the rumor by officially confirming that it will continue to produce the Zenfone line. Now, as can be seen in the above screenshot, the Zenfone 11 Ultra bearing the ASUS_AI2401_H is also in the works. Now that the Ultra variant has been spotted, it appears that the lineup may also include at least another model bearing the Zenfone 11 moniker. Unfortunately, nothing is known about the specifications of the Zenfone 11 series.

The Bluetooth SIG certification also shows that all the above devices will support Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity. The ROG Phone 8 series may likely launch in Q1 2024 in different markets.