Asus has announced the features of its ROG Phone 9 series. Scheduled for unveiling on November 19, the ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro models will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. Featuring a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED HDR display, the phones offer a 1-120Hz LTPO refresh rate, which can reach up to 185Hz in gaming mode. The screen brightness will peak at an impressive 2500 nits.
Here are the other specifications:
Processor and Performance:
- Snapdragon 8 Elite processor for high-end performance.
- 12GB, 16GB, or 24GB LPDDR5X RAM options.
- 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB UFS 4.0 storage options.
Display Technology:
- 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED HDR display.
- 1-120Hz LTPO refresh rate (up to 185Hz in gaming mode).
- Vivid visuals with a maximum brightness of 2500 nits.
Camera Systems:
ROG Phone 9 & Pro:
- 50MP Sony LYTIA 700 primary camera
- 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera
- 5MP macro lens
- 32MP selfie camera
ROG Phone 9 Pro Additional:
- Above cameras plus 32MP 3x telephoto lens and OIS support
Additional Technical Features:
- 5800mAh battery capacity with 65W fast charging.
- Dual SIM support and Android 15-based ROG UI interface.
- 3.5mm headphone jack, dual speakers, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC.
- IP68 certification for water and dust resistance.
The combination of the refresh rates and processor performance seems to make this a solid option for mobile gaming enthusiasts.
Waiting Before Buying
I don’t buy new products right away. I like to wait and see if they have any problems first. Manufacturers probably don’t appreciate users like me, and I can’t say they’re wrong. :)
The previous Asus ROG Phone 8 series was released in January 2024. These models are still decent and worth checking out. You can explore them via the links below: