Asus ROG Phone 8vsAsus Rog Phone 9

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 9
Rog Phone 9
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Rog Phone 9 boasts impressive battery life, lasting a day and a half with moderate use.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 boasts a remarkable display with impressive features for seamless gaming and video experiences.
The Asus Rog Phone 9's camera delivers sharp images and unique perspectives with impressive features for gamers.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 delivers unparalleled gaming performance with a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and seamless graphics rendering.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
3.30 GHz
Asus Rog Phone 9
4.32 GHz

RAM

Tie
Asus ROG Phone 8
12GB
Asus Rog Phone 9
12GB

Storage

Tie
Asus ROG Phone 8
256GB
Asus Rog Phone 9
256GB

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
225g
Asus Rog Phone 9
227g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 8
Winner
#25
Asus Rog Phone 9
#27
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 8
#42
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 9
#449
Design
Asus ROG Phone 8
#117
Asus Rog Phone 9
#114
Winner
Display
Asus ROG Phone 8
#219
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 9
#503
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 8
#50
Asus Rog Phone 9
#12
Winner
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 8
#164
Asus Rog Phone 9
#161
Winner
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 8
#170
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 9
#255

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus Asus Rog Phone 9
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
CPU
1x3.3GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L+ 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
3
Frequency
3.30
4.32
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 750
Adreno 830
RAM
12
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
256
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
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
2020000
3110000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 97% of devices
Overall performance better than 99% 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 9

Strengths

The phone's design has a nice texture on the back, making it feel premium.
The haptic Triggers on top of the phone provide a cool gaming experience and instant response.
The 6.78 in AMOLED display has a peak brightness of 2500 nits and up to 185 Hz refresh rate, making it look really smooth.
The phone comes with advanced AI features such as multiple AI wallpaper transcript portrait video comprehensive search and more.
The phone has a long list of customizable options, including the air Triggers on the side, shortcuts, and back screen information.

Weaknesses

The phone does not come with a charging brick in the box, which may be an oversight.
The phone's camera bump is noticeable, which may not be ideal for some users.
There is no telephoto lens on the phone, unlike other flagships in its class.
The phone's battery life may not be as long-lasting as some users would like.
Some features, such as the gimbal stabilizer in the camera app, may require more calibration or testing to achieve optimal results.
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 9

The Asus Rog Phone 9 is the latest flagship device from Asus, boasting the impressive Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. This gaming powerhouse features haptic triggers, similar to those found on controllers, for an immersive gaming experience. The phone also sports a mini LED display on the back, showcasing contextual information alongside its high-end specs, including up to a 185Hz AMOLED display and a 6.78-inch screen resolution. With its sleek design and premium feel, the Rog Phone 9 is poised to deliver exceptional performance and gaming capabilities.

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