Asus has officially released the highly anticipated ROG Phone 9 series in the United States, catering to mobile gaming enthusiasts and tech aficionados alike. With cutting-edge specifications and innovative features, the ROG Phone 9, ROG Phone 9 Pro, and ROG Phone 9 Pro Edition promise to elevate the gaming experience like never before.
The pricing for the ROG Phone 9 series stands at $999.99 for the standard model, $1,199.99 for the Pro variant, and $1,499.99 for the Pro Edition. Asus is currently offering an introductory discount of $100 on the ROG Phone 9, bringing the price down to $899.99, though the duration of this promotional offer remains uncertain.
Starting with the ROG Phone 9, it boasts a stunning 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display featuring a 185 Hz refresh rate and an impressive 2,500-nit peak brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the device offers configurations of 12GB or 16GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB or 512GB. The camera system is equally formidable, including a 50 MP main camera with gimbal OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, a 5 MP macro camera, and a 32 MP front-facing camera. To keep the device running for extended gaming sessions, it houses a robust 5,800 mAh battery, supporting both 65W wired and 15W wireless charging. The back of the device is adorned with an 85-dot programmable Mini-LED matrix for added flair.
The Pro version enhances the experience with 648 Mini-LED lights and replaces the macro camera with a 32 MP telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom. The Pro Edition elevates performance even further with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, along with a bundled AeroActive Cooler X Pro for optimal thermal management during intense gaming sessions.
For a deeper dive into the features and performance of the ROG Phone 9 series, check out our video review embedded above or continue reading for more details.
