At long last, the Philippines welcomes the arrival of the highly anticipated ASUS ROG Phone 8 series. If you’re wondering what to expect from this powerhouse gaming smartphone, then check out our quick rundown below.
Immersive display for flawless gameplay
Both the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro feature a 6.78-inch Samsung E6 AMOLED display with an incredibly smooth 165Hz refresh rate. LTPO technology allows the display to dynamically adjust from 1Hz to 120Hz, optimizing battery life without sacrificing performance. The display boasts exceptional brightness at 2,500 nits, making visuals clear even under harsh sunlight. And Corning Gorilla Victus 2 provides added scratch resistance for worry-free gaming sessions. No matter where you end up gaming, you can enjoy stunning visuals.
Unmatched power and performance with the ROG Phone 8 series
The new series packs a punch with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU. Choose from 12GB, 16GB, or a whopping 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM for ultra-smooth multitasking. Storage options range from 256GB to a massive 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring ample space for all your games and media.
Slim design with a powerful battery
The new line has a sleek and comfortable design, measuring only 8.9mm thin and weighing 225g. The phones ditch the mech-like design for a look that seems more ordinary, so it appeals to a wider audience.
However, it still gets touches like the Phone 8’s customizable Aura RGB Lighting or the Phone 8 Pro’s captivating Anime Vision Mini-LED display on the back. These are still inherently ROG and it’s fun to see them here.
Despite the slimmer profile, the 5,500mAh battery promises exceptional battery life thanks to extensive optimizations by ASUS. The phone supports 65W Hyper Charge for fast wired charging and 15W Qi wireless charging for added convenience.
Unparalleled cooling and better protection
The new ROG Phone series prioritizes cooling performance without sacrificing water resistance. It boasts an innovative conduction cooling system that effectively dissipates heat, keeping your phone cool during intense gaming sessions. The phone has a new copper block inserted through the motherboard. Heat is transported here to the air or through the new AeroActive Cooler X accessory.
The new extra peripheral features a 2.6x larger contact area and a faster fan, further enhancing cooling performance.
Both phones boast an IP68 water resistance rating, a rarity in the gaming phone market, according to the company. This addition provides peace of mind against accidental spills.
Leveled-up cameras
Experience a revolutionary leap in ASUS’ mobile gaming photography with the series’ advanced tri-camera system. For the first time, the series gets a 32-megapixel 3x telephoto lens with optical image stabilization. Using ASUS HyperClarity technology, the camera can preserve detail up to 30x in photos and up to 10x in videos.
The main camera utilizes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 sensor. Both phones benefit from the Zenfone 10’s 6-axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 3.0 and Super HyperSteady video mode for smooth, shake-free footage.
They also get a versatile 13-megapixel ultrawide camera and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera with a wider 90-degree field of view is perfect for capturing high-quality selfies and streaming.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 series: Pricing and availability
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 series arrives this March with the following variants and prices:
- ROG Phone 8 (12GB+256GB): PHP 50,995 / USD 1,099
- ROG Phone 8 Pro (16GB+512GB): PHP 60,995 / USD 1,199
- ROG Phone 8 Pro (24GB+1TB): PHP 75,995 / USD 1,499
As a special early bird promotion, the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro (16GB+512GB) come bundled with a free AeroActive Cooler X worth PHP 4,995 (around USD 90). The higher-end ROG Phone 8 Pro (24GB+1TB) variant includes free ROG Cetra True Wireless gaming earphones worth PHP 4,510 (~USD 81).
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