In the world of mobile esports, how well you play is all that matters. A professional gamer’s phone can make the difference between winning and losing. It can have frame rates that are as smooth as butter and touch response that is lightning fast. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is the answer for gamers who want the best of the best.

Let’s talk about the features, specs, and why this beast is one of the best gaming phones of 2025.

Camera System

Feature	Details
Main Camera	50MP Sony IMX890 sensor
Ultra-Wide	13MP lens
Telephoto	32MP telephoto camera
Front Camera	32MP selfie/streaming camera
Video Recording	Up to 8K support, HDR video

Battery and Cooling

Feature	Details
Battery Capacity	5,500mAh dual-cell
Charging	65W HyperCharge fast charging
Cooling System	GameCool 8 with vapor chamber & graphite layers
Extra Cooling	AeroActive Cooler X support

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Display Like No Other

Feature	Details
Size	6.78-inch AMOLED panel
Refresh Rate	165Hz
Touch Sampling	720Hz ultra-responsive
Resolution	FHD+ with HDR10+ support
Brightness	Peak 2500 nits (outdoor visibility)

Performance Powerhouse

Feature	Details
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
GPU	Adreno 750
RAM	Up to 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage	Up to 1TB UFS 4.0
Software	Android 14 with ROG UI
Gaming Features	AirTrigger 8, Game Genie, Esports Mode

Pros & Cons of ASUS ROG Phone 8

Pros	Cons
Blazing-fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance	Premium price, not budget-friendly
165Hz AMOLED with 720Hz touch response	Bulky design compared to normal phones
Advanced GameCool 8 cooling system	Accessories (like AeroActive Cooler X) sold separately
Massive 5,500mAh battery + 65W charging	Heavy usage may still drain battery quickly
Pro-level camera system (great for streamers & vloggers)	Focused mainly on gamers, may be overkill for casual users
ROG ecosystem (AirTriggers, gamepad support)	Limited software updates compared to mainstream brands

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