ASUS Unveils ROG Phone 9 Series: Cutting-Edge Gaming Phones

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled the ROG Phone 9 series, featuring the ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro, designed to deliver a premium gaming experience. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform and supported by the advanced ROG GameCool 9 cooling system, these devices ensure top-tier performance for mobile gaming enthusiasts.

A standout feature of the series is the AniMe Vision mini-LED display, allowing for customizable animations and a blend of futuristic aesthetics and functionality. The ROG Phone 9 Pro expands on this with 648 programmable LEDs and exclusive gaming visuals through AniMe Play. Both models boast a sleek matte design with fingerprint-resistant crystalized nano-textures.

The phones include advanced AI-driven gaming features, such as X Sense 3.0 for automated in-game actions, X Capture 2.0 for recording key moments, and AI Noise Cancellation for clear communication.

With a 6.78-inch E6 AMOLED display offering adaptive refresh rates up to 185Hz, alongside a robust triple-camera system, the ROG Phone 9 series ensures a smooth visual experience for gaming, streaming, and photography.

Console-like controls are central to the series, featuring the AirTrigger system for precise touch gestures and compatibility with the AeroActive Cooler X Pro and ROG Tessen controller for enhanced gameplay. The AeroActive Cooler X Pro also integrates a subwoofer for immersive sound.

ROG Phone 9

ROG Phone 9 Pro

Specs

Specification	ROG Phone 9	ROG Phone 9 Pro
Weight	0.5 lb	0.5 lb
Dimensions	6.45 x 3.02 x 0.35 inches	6.45 x 3.02 x 0.35 inches
Operating System	Android 15 with ROG UI	Android 15 with ROG UI
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 4.3GHz, Octa-core, Adreno 830 GPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 4.3GHz, Octa-core, Adreno 830 GPU
Memory	LPDDR5X 16GB	LPDDR5X 24GB
Storage	UFS4.0 512GB	UFS4.0 1TB
Display	6.78″ FHD+ AMOLED, 185Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2	6.78″ FHD+ AMOLED, 185Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Rear Camera	Main: 50MP Sony Lytia 700, Gimbal OIS Ultrawide: 13MP, 120° Telephoto: 32MP, 3x optical zoom	Main: 50MP Sony Lytia 700, Gimbal OIS Ultrawide: 13MP, 120° Telephoto: 32MP, 3x optical zoom
Front Camera	32MP RGBW, pixel binning	32MP RGBW, pixel binning
Audio	Dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack, Hi-Res Audio Dirac Virtuo Spatial Sound	Dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack, Hi-Res Audio Dirac Virtuo Spatial Sound
Video Recording	8K UHD at 30fps, 4K UHD at 30/60fps HDR10+, Slow Motion	8K UHD at 30fps, 4K UHD at 30/60fps HDR10+, Slow Motion
Wireless Technology	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC
SIM Cards	Dual-SIM, 5G support	Dual-SIM, 5G support
Battery	5,800 mAh, Quick Charge 5.0, PD Charging	5,800 mAh, Quick Charge 5.0, PD Charging
Power Adapter	65W QC5.0 / PD3.0	65W QC5.0 / PD3.0

Availability and Price

The ROG Phone 9 series will be available in early 2025, with prices ranging from $999.99 to $1,499.99 depending on the model and configuration. Accessories like the AeroActive Cooler X Pro are priced at $119.99, further elevating the gaming experience. This launch reaffirms ASUS ROG’s commitment to innovation in mobile gaming.

Paulo Montenegro
Categories: Cellphones
Tags: Asus, Qualcomm, ROG, ROG Phone 9, ROG Phone 9 Pro, Snapdragon 8 Elite