Asus ROG Phone 5: Design
If there is a rule on how a gaming smartphone should look, the ROG Phone 5 will comply with every rule, and it is definitely a benchmark when the comes to the looks and aesthetics of a gaming smartphone. Not just that, the smartphone also has multiple trigger buttons on the body, which will further enhance the overall gaming experience, especially on games like the COD: Mobile or PUBG Mobile.
Asus ROG Phone 5: Hardware Performance
The Asus ROG Phone 5 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Just like the previous-gen model, there is no microSD card slot. The device can offer one of the best gaming performances on any Android smartphone, thanks to the 144Hz refresh rate display and the dual front-firing speakers.
Asus ROG Phone 5: Camera Performance
The Asus ROG Phone 5 comes with a quad-camera setup with a 64MP primary sensor, capable of shooting up to 8K videos. However, the camera does miss out on features like OIS. This is definitely not the best camera smartphone, but it should get the job done. There is also a high-resolution selfie camera at the front, which supports face unlock.
Asus ROG Phone 5: Price To Specs Ratio
The base model of the Asus ROG Phone 5 retails for Rs. 49,999, and for the asking price, the device offers 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. There is also another variant of the ROG Phone 5 which offers 12GB RAM and 256GB storage and costs Rs. 57,999.
Asus ROG Phone 5: Important Features/Highlights
The Asus ROG Phone 5 has a massive 6,000 mAh battery and it supports 65W fast charging. In the retail package, the company includes a 35W fast charger, and one can use a USB PD certified fast charger to quickly charge the smartphone. On top of that, there are two USB Type-C ports, and either of them can be used to charge the smartphone.
Asus ROG Phone 5: Verdict
With the 4th iteration, Asus again redefines the gaming smartphone, offering the latest hardware and software combination. The device does offer flagship-grade performance. However, it does missout on features like wireless charging and IP rating.
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