Motorola X40vsAsus ROG Phone 6 Pro

Motorola X40
#40
Winner
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
RAM:8 GBGB
Storage:128 GBGB

Quick Stats

Motorola X40’s 4600mAh battery with 125W fast charging ensures all-day endurance and rapid power replenishment.
Motorola X40’s 165Hz OLED display offers vibrant, sharp visuals with HDR10+ and a curved design for immersive viewing.
Motorola X40’s triple-camera system with 60MP front lens delivers sharp photos and 4K 60fps video for versatile photography.
Motorola X40’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 with 24,868mm² heat dissipation ensures flagship performance and sustained stability.
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#178
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
RAM:18 GBGB
Storage:256 GBGB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro boasts an impressive battery life with a 119 hour endurance rating.
The standout display feature of the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro is its high-resolution AMOLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate.
The most important takeaway is that the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro's camera delivers solid results, but can improve in low-light performance.
The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro delivers exceptional performance, making it ideal for demanding games and tasks seamlessly.
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Motorola Motorola X40
Asus Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
CPU
1x3.2GHz Cortex, X3 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 3x2.02 GHz Cortex, A510
1x3.2 GHz Cortex, X2 +3x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 4x2.0 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4 nm
4 nm
Frequency
3,2 GHz
3,2 GHz
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 740
Qualcomm Adreno 730 875 MHz
RAM
8 GB
18 GB
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5
Capacity
128 GB
256 GB
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
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
1530400
1205400
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 92% of devices
Overall performance better than 88% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
Yes
Extras
Heat dissipation area over 24868²mm, VC heat dissipation area 3002.39mm²
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Rankings
Connectivity
Motorola X40
#145
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#49
Winner
Design
Motorola X40
#74
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#816
Display
Motorola X40
#330
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#223
Winner
Performance
Motorola X40
#91
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#159
Battery
Motorola X40
#248
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#169
Winner
Camera
Motorola X40
#43
Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#316

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

Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Scores by Category
Pros and Cons

Motorola X40

Strengths

Flagship-tier Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor with 12GB RAM ensures smooth multitasking and gaming performance.
125W ultra-fast charging and 15W wireless charging for rapid power replenishment.
165Hz OLED display with FHD+ resolution, HDR10+, and 10-bit color depth for vibrant, sharp visuals.
IP68 water and dust resistance combined with a premium aluminum frame for durable, premium build quality.
Triple-camera system with 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide, and 60MP front camera for versatile photography and video capabilities.
Advanced thermal management with 24,868mm² heat dissipation system to maintain performance during prolonged use.

Weaknesses

Telephoto lens struggles with clarity and over-sharpening in low-light or complex scenes.
No dedicated macro lens; ultra-wide lens doubles as macro shooter with limited detail.
Higher-tier variants (12GB RAM, 512GB storage) may be priced beyond budget-friendly expectations.
50MP ultra-wide sensor may exhibit noise or softness in low-light conditions due to pixel binning limitations.
Curved display edges may attract fingerprints and require careful handling to avoid accidental touches.
4600mAh battery, while fast-charging, may not match the endurance of larger-capacity competitors in heavy usage scenarios.

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro

Strengths

Asus 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 that said
The camera takes decent photos, especially in daylight, with plenty of detail and nice colors
The phone has impressive charging speed, going from 0 to 75 percent in half an hour

Weaknesses

It's not a huge upgrade over last year's model, with only a handful of tweaks
You can't get the full experience without the cooling fan, which now has to be bought separately on top of an already pretty expensive device
The macro cam photos are surprisingly clean and usable, but lack detail compared to the main cam
Some sharpening artifacts appear in photos from the main cam, especially in portraits
Read Full Reviews

Motorola X40

Motorola X40 blends sleek design with durable build, offering fast 125W charging, sharp 165Hz display, and high-quality video capabilities for a budget-friendly powerhouse experience.

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro

The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro is a powerhouse gaming smartphone that boasts an impressive array of features and options to enhance the mobile gaming experience. With its standout display, excellent audio quality, and great battery life, this device checks many boxes for gamers on-the-go. However, what truly sets it apart is its sheer number of customization options, including advanced gaming modes, controller support, and a dedicated gaming interface. Is the ROG Phone 6 Pro worth the investment? In this review, we'll dive deeper to find out.

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