Asus ROG Phone 8vsAsus ROG Phone 6D

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

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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.
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Asus ROG Phone 6D
ROG Phone 6D
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 6D's battery life is decent but not exceptional, warranting attention and compromise.
The Asus ROG Phone 6D's display boasts an impressive 165Hz refresh rate and vibrant colors, making it perfect for gaming.
The Asus ROG Phone 6D's camera performance is average, particularly in low-light photography and nighttime shots.
The Asus ROG Phone 6D delivers exceptional gaming performance with smooth visuals and responsive ultrasonic triggers consistently.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

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

RAM

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

Storage

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

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
225g
Asus ROG Phone 6D
239g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 8
Winner
#25
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#264
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 8
#42
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#47
Design
Asus ROG Phone 8
#117
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#815
Display
Asus ROG Phone 8
#219
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#221
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 8
#50
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#171
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 8
#164
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#168
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 8
#170
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6D
#562

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus Asus ROG Phone 6D
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
CPU
1x3.3GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
1x Cortex, X2 3.2GHz + 3x Cortex, A710 2.85GHz + 4x Cortex, A510 1.85GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.30
3.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 750
Mali-G710
RAM
12
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
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
Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
2020000
1143200
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
External storage NTFS support, AirTrigger 6 ultrasonic sensors, Ultrasonic touch sensors, X-axis linear motor 130 Hz vibration frequency

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 6D

Strengths

Unconventional cyberpunk design that's smooth to touch and has a matte finish
Great performance with Mediatek Dimensity 9000 plus chipset, perfect for gaming
Awesome 165Hz refresh rate AMOLED screen with up to 8K video recording capability
Super fast charging feature (65W) that can fully charge the phone under 50 minutes

Weaknesses

Average camera performance, not suitable for excellent photo taking
A bit heavy at 239g and thick at 10.4mm, making it uncomfortable to hold
No micro SD card expansion, which might be a drawback for some users
Variable refresh rate affects battery life, but 120Hz is the sweet spot
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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 6D

The Asus ROG Phone 6D is a beast of a device that's set to take the gaming world by storm. Its unconventional cyberpunk design at the back is a dead giveaway for its purpose - it's a gaming phone, through and through. Equipped with a stunning 6.78-inch AMOLED display, this powerhouse packs a punch with its high-performance Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ chipset. But what really sets it apart is its 165Hz refresh rate, ultrasonic shoulder triggers, and impressive battery life - all of which make for an unparalleled gaming experience. Can it live up to the hype?

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