Asus ROG Phone 8vsAsus Rog Phone 9 Pro

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 Pro
Rog Phone 9 Pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM:16GB
Storage:512GB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro delivers exceptional battery life, lasting up to 12 hours on a single charge.
The Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro's display offers impressive brightness and a high refresh rate, however.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro's camera is a mixed bag, offering some excellent shots but with notable limitations overall.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro delivers smooth and lag-free gaming experiences, but cooling is a concern.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

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

RAM

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
12GB
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
16GB

Storage

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
256GB
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
512GB

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 8
225g
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
227g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 8
#25
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
Winner
#24
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 8
#42
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#450
Design
Asus ROG Phone 8
#117
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#115
Winner
Display
Asus ROG Phone 8
#219
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#504
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 8
#50
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#13
Winner
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 8
#164
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#162
Winner
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 8
#170
Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
#156
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro
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
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
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
2020000
3073451
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 Pro

Strengths

The phone has a great value with better cooling systems, faster displays, powerful speakers, dedicated accessories, and an overall better gaming experience than a regular flagship.
The Rone 9 Pro's design is sleek and clean, making it easy to use as a non-gaming phone, even for a 40-year-old man.
The small RGB LEDs on the back panel are customizable and add a touch of fun to the device.
The phone has an impressive display with HDR10 support, one billion colors, and a refresh rate that can reach up to 185Hz.
The ultrasonic triggers are still one of the best in terms of accuracy, customization, and pressure detection.
The Rone 9 Pro comes with Android 15 and has some cool gaming features like aiming and sound in Armory crate.
The battery is larger than other flagships, lasting around 5800 million per hours.

Weaknesses

Gaming phones have tried to simplify themselves and attract regular users too, but the Rone 9 Pro's design is not as crazy or unique as previous Rog Phones.
The phone's cooling system is no longer passive, relying on a larger heat sink to dissipate heat, which may not be enough for heavy use.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, while powerful, can become hot and lead to performance drops if not managed properly.
Enabling X mode in games may be necessary to maintain optimal performance, and the X Pro separate cooling fan is a worthwhile investment for gamers.
Flagships have similar hardware and now offer passive cooling that's large enough, making the Rone 9 Pro less appealing to gamers.
The software on the Rone 9 Pro is close to stuck Android with limited AI and customization capabilities compared to Pixel, Galaxy, or iPhone devices.
The battery life is great in normal use but may not be as impressive when using higher refresh rates.
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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 9 Pro

The gaming phone market has evolved significantly since its inception. What was once a niche segment offering superior cooling systems, faster displays, and dedicated accessories is now facing stiff competition from high-end flagships. While gaming phones still have their unique selling points, the question remains: are they worth it? The Asus Rog Phone 9 Pro, one of the most popular gaming phones on the market, has raised this concern with its simplified design, impressive hardware specs, and substantial price tag.

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