Big news is coming your way as ASUS has just dropped their latest gaming smartphone, the ROG Phone 7 Series, right here in the Philippines.
Design
The lineup consists of the standard ROG Phone 7 and the Ultimate Edition. What sets the Ultimate version apart is the AeroActive portal, which cleverly allows air into the built-in vapor chamber. This means you can take advantage of the separate AeroActive cooler to keep your phone cool during intense gaming sessions. The Ultimate Edition rocks the eye-catching ROG Vision display at the back and offers larger memory configurations.
Display
Both models boast a 6.8-inch E4 AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution, a buttery smooth 165Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 1200 nits, HDR10+ support, and the robust protection of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
Performance
Under the hood, you’ll find the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 octa-core processor, based on a 4nm architecture, running at a zippy 3.2GHz. Paired with a New Adreno GPU, this combination ensures lightning-fast performance. You can have 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and storage choices ranging from 256GB to a generous 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. Powering it all is a hefty 6,000mAh battery with 65W fast charging—no more waiting for your phone to refuel!
But here’s the real highlight—the advanced cooling technology. ASUS calls it Gamecool 7, and it keeps your phone running cool even during those marathon gaming sessions. It features a Boron Nitride layer, dual graphite sheets spanning an impressive 16,000mm², and a rapid cycle vapor chamber for efficient heat dissipation. Say goodbye to overheating worries!
Cameras
Regarding cameras, both devices rock a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary shooter, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 5MP macro lens. And for all you selfie enthusiasts, there’s a 32MP front camera.
Gaming features
The ROG Phone 7 series supports Ray Tracing, thanks to Snapdragon Elite Gaming. Although note that this feature is limited to specific games. And, of course, we can’t forget the iconic AirTriggers, which aid you in shooting games and any other games that can benefit from additional control. The devices also pack an X-axis linear motor for HD rumble while gaming—adding an immersive touch to your gaming experience.
When it comes to connectivity, these phones have got you covered. They offer WiFi 7 compatibility, 5G and 4G connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and dual SIM (nano) support.
Regarding software, the phones run on the latest Android 13 operating system, accompanied by the sleek ROG UI and Zen UI.
Specs
- Display: 6.8-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED screen with a super-smooth 165Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution of 2448 x 1080 pixels, and a pixel density of 394 ppi.
- CPU: A powerful 3.19GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 octa-core processor, ensuring lightning-fast performance.
- GPU: Adreno graphics for stunning visuals.
- RAM: Choose between 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM.
- Storage: Options include 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Rear Camera: A triple camera setup featuring a 50MP f/1.9 Sony IMX766 primary camera, a 13MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5MP f/2.0 macro lens. You’ll also find an LED flash.
- Selfie Camera: A powerful 32MP front camera for all your selfie needs.
- Battery: A massive 6,000mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging.
- Operating System: Running on Android 13 with the ROG UI and Zen UI.
- Display: 6.8-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED screen with the same 165Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution.
- CPU: A powerful 3.19GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 octa-core processor for exceptional performance.
- GPU: Adreno graphics for stunning visuals.
- RAM: Choose between 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM.
- Storage: Options include 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Back Camera: A triple camera setup featuring a 50MP f/1.9 Sony IMX766 primary camera, a 13MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5MP f/2.0 macro lens. You’ll also find an LED flash.
- Selfie Camera: A powerful 32MP front camera for all your selfie needs.
- Battery: A massive 6,000mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging.
- Operating System: Running on Android 13 with the ROG UI and Zen UI.
- Connectivity: WiFi 7 (2.4GHz/5GHz), 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.3, OTG, GPS, NFC, and dual SIM (nano) support.
- Dimensions: 173 x 77 x 10.3 mm
- Weight: 239 g
The standard ROG Phone 7 comes in two variants: 12GB/256GB, priced at Php 50,995, and 16GB/512GB, priced at Php 54,995. The ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is available in one variant, with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, priced at Php 69,995.
