Asus ROG Phone 8vsAsus Rog Phone 6

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Asus
Asus ROG Phone 8
ROG Phone 8
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 8's battery life is decent but falls short of true "all-day" performance despite power-saving features.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 boasts a vibrant and colorful AMOLED display with excellent contrast and color accuracy always.
The Asus ROG Phone 8's camera upgrade brings noticeable improvements, but still compromises in low-light conditions exist.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 delivers exceptional performance with its lightning-fast processor and generous RAM for seamless gaming.
Asus
Asus Rog Phone 6
Rog Phone 6
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Rog Phone 6 boasts exceptional battery life with up to 119 hours of endurance rating achieved.
The Asus Rog Phone 6 boasts an exceptional display with vibrant colors and high refresh rate for seamless visuals always.
The Asus Rog Phone 6's camera delivers solid results, with good performance in various lighting conditions consistently.
The Asus Rog Phone 6's exceptional performance makes it an ideal choice for gamers demanding top-notch gaming capabilities overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
3.30 GHz
Asus Rog Phone 6
3.20 GHz

RAM

Tie
Asus ROG Phone 8
12GB
Asus Rog Phone 6
12GB

Storage

Tie
Asus ROG Phone 8
256GB
Asus Rog Phone 6
256GB

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
225g
Asus Rog Phone 6
239g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 8
Winner
#25
Asus Rog Phone 6
#179
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 8
#42
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#50
Design
Asus ROG Phone 8
#117
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#817
Display
Asus ROG Phone 8
#219
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#224
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 8
#50
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#162
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 8
#164
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#170
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 8
#170
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#317

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus Asus Rog Phone 6
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
CPU
1x3.3GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
1x3.2 GHz Cortex, X2 +3x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 4x2.0 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.30
3.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 750
Qualcomm Adreno 730 875 MHz
RAM
12
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5
Capacity
256
256
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 3.1
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
DTS / DTS X, Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
Antutu Score
2020000
1203000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 97% of devices
Overall performance better than 90% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
Yes
Yes
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ROG Phone 8

Strengths

The camera has gotten a big upgrade
It's more compact and subdued design-wise
Proper ingress protection
Wireless charging

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Asus Rog Phone 6

Strengths

The Asus Rog Phone 6 has delivered a top-notch gaming phone which is pretty much unmatched when it comes to the sheer number of features and options available to enhance the gaming experience.
You get a standout display, excellent audio quality, and great battery life with the Asus Rog Phone 6.
It's worth noting that the camera performance is good overall, especially in daylight conditions, and video recording capabilities are impressive up to 8K resolution at 24 FPS.
The battery endurance rating of 119 hours is great, better than previous models and many rivals.
With its powerful new chipset, the Asus Rog Phone 6 is the top dog for mobile gaming tech enthusiasts.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Asus ROG Phone 8

The Asus ROG Phone 8 is a significant upgrade to its predecessors, boasting more mainstream appeal in design, proper ingress protection, and wireless charging. However, some compromises have been made, such as a smaller battery, a punch-hole cutout on the display, and downgrades in speakers and air trigger capacitive controls. Despite these trade-offs, the ROG Phone 8 remains a gaming powerhouse with excellent hardware and an industry-leading software package.

Asus Rog Phone 6

The Asus ROG Phone 6 is a powerhouse of a gaming phone that delivers an unmatched experience with its plethora of features and options to enhance gameplay. Equipped with a new chipset and various tweaks, this device stands tall as the top dog in mobile gaming tech. However, its full potential can only be harnessed when paired with the cooling fan, which is now sold separately. Despite being pricey, the ROG Phone 6 offers great battery life, excellent audio quality, and a standout display that makes it a must-consider for gamers seeking the latest and greatest in mobile gaming tech.

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