Asus ROG Phone (2018)

The manufacturer offers this phone with a 6 inch AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, and 8 GB of RAM.

Is the cost justified by its features? I'll strive to answer that by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• Asus ROG Phone specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Asus ROG Phone smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.

Asus ROG Phone specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of the Asus ROG Phone is still considered to be lightweight and portable. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a subscriber identity module (SIM), which is a chip card.

System, chipset, performance

The Asus ROG Phone comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box. Google regularly releases new versions of Android. They have new features, improvements, and security updates. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Quad-core 2.96 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Kryo. Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices use Adreno GPUs.

Display type, size, resolution

The ROG Phone's AMOLED display has deep blacks and vibrant colors. It also has fast response times and features like Always-On Display. The 6 inch display should be big enough for our needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether we're reading, browsing, or watching. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

Memory, storage

The 8 GB of RAM on the Asus ROG Phone should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. The needed RAM amount for good performance depends on factors. These include the OS, the apps, and the services we use. The ROG Phone has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than enough for their needs. We can expand the internal storage of the ROG Phone (128 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

The ROG Phone has a multi-camera setup. It lets us adapt to different photography situations. We can achieve various perspectives and compositions. The ROG Phone offers optical image stabilization (OIS) for their rear camera systems.

Connectivity, network, wireless

Worldwide, people use 4G networks. They have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. The ROG Phone supports the latest Wi-Fi standards. We can use Bluetooth to connect our ROG Phone smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. The ROG Phone has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS. It is used to accurately measure and record outdoor activities. The ROG Phone has a built-in NFC chip, which allows it to support various NFC applications and services. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The ROG Phone does not have a removable battery, it integrates the battery into the phone's design.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The ROG Phone smartphone has an accelerometer. The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in ROG Phone smartphones. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.

With fast charging, we can get a significant amount of battery life in a few minutes of charging. Corning Gorilla Glass is a type of chemically strengthened super-glass.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Asus phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.