ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled the ROG Phone 8 Series at CES 2024, marking a significant leap in mobile gaming technology. This series not only caters to gamers but also to a broader audience, including streamers and content creators, with its premium features and design.
Beyond Gaming: A Lifestyle Device
The ROG Phone 8 Series breaks the mold of traditional gaming phones with its sleek, lightweight design, up to 15% thinner than its predecessors. It’s not just a gaming device; it’s a sophisticated statement piece, blending aesthetics with functionality.
Unparalleled Performance
At its heart, the ROG Phone 8 Series boasts the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, coupled with 8533 Mbps LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring top-tier performance. Its advanced GameCool 8 thermal design and AeroActive Cooler X keep the device cool, enhancing the gaming experience. Additionally, it’s the world’s first IP68-compliant gaming smartphone, offering resistance to dust and water.
Cutting-Edge Display Technology
The series features a 6.78” flexible AMOLED display with a 165 Hz refresh rate and a 720 Hz touch sampling rate. Its peak brightness of 2500 nits ensures clarity even in sunlight. The display, fine-tuned with Pixelworks® technology, offers unmatched color accuracy.
Professional AI Cameras
The ROG Phone 8 Series introduces a tri-camera system with a 50 MP main camera, 13 MP ultrawide, and a 32 MP telephoto lens with 3X optical zoom. It includes features like the 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 3.0 and OZO Audio technology for high-quality photography and videography.
AI-Enhanced Gaming Features
The series includes AI features like X-Sense, X Capture, and AI Grabber, enhancing the gaming experience. It also offers AI Noise Cancellation and Semantic Search for a seamless lifestyle integration.
AniMe Vision and Customization
The ROG Phone 8 Pro and Pro Edition models feature the AniMe Vision Mini-LED display, allowing users to display animations and express their creativity.
Specifications and Variants
The ROG Phone 8 Series comes in various models, including the Pro Edition & Pro in Phantom Black and the standard ROG Phone 8 in Rebel Grey & Phantom Black. It offers a range of memory options, from 12 GB + 256 GB to 24 GB +1 TB.
Connectivity and Additional Features
The series supports a wide range of frequencies and includes features like WiFi 7 readiness, Bluetooth® 5.3, and a 3.5 mm headset jack, among others.
Source: ASUS