ASUS has officially introduced the ROG Phone 9 Series, which includes the ROG Phone 9, ROG Phone 9 Pro, and ROG Phone 9 FE. The new lineup targets gamers with high refresh rates, top-tier processors, and improved camera systems.
Why it Matters: The ROG Phone 9 Series continues ASUS’s focus on gaming phones, offering upgraded displays, faster processors, and better cooling to improve gaming performance.
ROG Phone 9 Pro
The ROG Phone 9 Pro is the most powerful model in the series, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and up to 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM. It has a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a high 185Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for smooth gameplay. The phone includes a triple rear camera setup and a large 5,800mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging options.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED, up to 185Hz refresh rate, 107% DCI-P3, 1,600 nits (HBM), 2,500 nits (peak)
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- RAM: 16GB, 24GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.0
- Rear Cameras: 50MP Sony Lytia 700 (main), 32MP telephoto, 13MP ultra-wide
- Selfie Camera: 32MP
- Connectivity: 3.5mm audio port, USB Type-C
- Other Features: IP68 water and dust resistance
- OS: Android 15 with ROG UI
- Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5,800mAh, 65W wired, 15W wireless
ROG Phone 9
The ROG Phone 9 offers similar features to the Pro model but with a slightly lower RAM configuration and a different camera setup. It also features the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a 6.78-inch 185Hz AMOLED display. This model includes a macro lens instead of a telephoto lens, but it retains the large battery capacity and fast charging support.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED, up to 185Hz refresh rate, 107% DCI-P3, 1,600 nits (HBM), 2,500 nits (peak)
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- RAM: 12GB, 16GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB UFS 4.0
- Rear Cameras: 50MP Sony Lytia 700 (main), 13MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro
- Selfie Camera: 32MP
- Connectivity: 3.5mm audio port, USB Type-C
- Other Features: IP68 water and dust resistance
- OS: Android 15 with ROG UI
- Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5,800mAh, 65W wired, 15W wireless
ROG Phone 9 FE
The ROG Phone 9 FE is the more affordable option, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It comes with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a flexible LTPO display with a 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate that can reach 185Hz in gaming mode. The phone includes a 50MP main camera with gimbal stabilization and a 5,500mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging support.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED, LTPO 1Hz–120Hz (185Hz in Game Genie), 2,500 nits peak brightness
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- RAM: Up to 16GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB UFS 4.0
- Rear Cameras: 50MP Sony IMX890 (main), 13MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro
- Selfie Camera: 32MP
- Connectivity: 3.5mm audio port, USB Type-C
- Other Features: IP68 water and dust resistance, AirTrigger
- OS: Android 15 with ROG UI
- Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5,500mAh, 65W wired, Qi 1.3 wireless charging
Pricing
- ROG Phone 9 FE – PHP 44,995 (PHP 39,995 early price)
- ROG Phone 9 Pro – PHP 62,995 (16GB/512GB)
- ROG Phone 9 Pro Edition – PHP 76,995 (24GB/1TB with Cooler X Pro)
ASUS’s ROG Phone 9 Series brings significant upgrades in processing power and display technology. Which model stands out to you?
