Asus ROG Phone 8vsAsus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate

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 7 Ultimate
ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
RAM:16GB
Storage:512GB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate boasts exceptional battery life with up to 131 hours of endurance rating guaranteed.
The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate boasts a significantly upgraded display with improved brightness and color accuracy, making it exceptional.
The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate's camera capabilities deliver solid results, despite not being a standout feature.
The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate delivers exceptional performance with lightning-fast speeds and seamless multitasking capabilities effortlessly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
3.30 GHz
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
3.20 GHz

RAM

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
12GB
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
16GB

Storage

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
256GB
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
512GB

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
225g
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
246g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 8
Winner
#25
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#85
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 8
#42
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#45
Design
Asus ROG Phone 8
#117
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#395
Display
Asus ROG Phone 8
#219
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#104
Winner
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 8
#50
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#79
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 8
#164
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#166
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 8
#170
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
#293

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
CPU
1x3.3GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
1x3.2GHz Cortex, X3 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 3x2.02 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 740
RAM
12
16
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
512
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 4.0
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, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
2020000
1603292
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 97% of devices
Overall performance better than 95% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
Yes
Yes
Extras
N/A
Matrix liquid cooling architecture 7.0 (vacuum chamber chamber + 16000mm² graphene)

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 7 Ultimate

Strengths

The improved thermals and brightness boosts on the display are quite welcome.
An upgrade to the latest chipset is a must to stay ahead of the game.
The level of gaming-related features and customization options here are above and beyond anything else on the market.
For hardcore mobile gamers, this phone is definitely worth checking out.
The battery life is excellent with an endurance rating of 131 hours.
The fast charging feature is convenient with a 65W charger.
The cameras take good photos, especially in daylight conditions.

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 7 Ultimate

The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a powerhouse of a smartphone, designed specifically for hardcore gamers. While it doesn't break the mold in terms of design or camera capabilities, its improved thermals and brightness boost on the display are welcome upgrades. The phone's gaming-related features and customization options are unparalleled, making it a must-check-out for enthusiasts. With a powerful chipset and excellent battery life, this device is geared towards those who demand top-notch performance. Does it justify its place as one of the most advanced mobile devices?

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