Asus ROG Phone 3

Introducing the Asus ROG Phone 3 – The Ultimate Gaming Smartphone

Are you a serious gamer looking for a high-performance smartphone that can keep up with your intense gaming sessions? Look no further than the Asus ROG Phone 3. Announced in July 2020 and now available for purchase, this phone is the latest addition to Asus' Republic of Gamers (ROG) line and has been designed specifically with gamers in mind. From its powerful platform to its stunning display and unique design features, the Asus ROG Phone 3 is a true gaming powerhouse.

Running on Android 10, with an upgrade to Android 12 coming soon, the ROG UI, and a Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+) chipset, this phone offers an unbeatable platform for gaming. Its Octa-core (1x3.10 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Adreno 650 GPU allow for smooth and seamless gameplay, while its 8GB or 12GB of RAM (depending on the variant) ensures your games run without any lag.

But that's not all – the Asus ROG Phone 3 also offers a unique RGB light panel on the back and pressure-sensitive zones on the sides of the phone, acting as gaming triggers for an even more immersive gaming experience. These features, combined with a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support, make for stunning visuals on the 6.59 inch AMOLED display. With 1B colors, 650 nits (typ) brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection, the display is not only perfect for gaming but also for streaming movies and videos.

The sleek and sturdy design of the ROG Phone 3 is also worth mentioning. Measuring at 171 x 78 x 9.9 mm (6.73 x 3.07 x 0.39 in) and weighing 240g (8.47oz), it may be slightly larger and heavier than your average smartphone, but for good reason. The glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), and aluminum frame give it a durable and premium feel. Not to mention, the dual SIM capability (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) and the absence of a headphone jack (replaced by DTS:X stereo speakers with 2 dedicated amplifiers), making it easy to focus on your game without any distractions.

Now, let's talk cameras. The Asus ROG Phone 3 boasts a triple rear camera setup, with a 64 MP, f/1.8 main camera, a 13 MP, f/2.4 ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP, f/2.0 macro camera. This combination allows for high-quality photos and videos, with features such as LED flash, HDR, and 8K video recording capability. On the front, there's a 24 MP, f/2.0 selfie camera, perfect for capturing your winning moments or for video calls with your gaming friends.

With a massive 6000 mAh battery, the ROG Phone 3 has the power to keep up with your long gaming sessions. And when it's time to recharge, the 30W wired charging, PD3.0, and QC4 technologies ensure a quick and efficient charging process. Plus, with reverse wired charging capability, you can even use your phone to charge other devices on the go.

In terms of connectivity, the Asus ROG Phone 3 has all the features you would expect from a high-end smartphone. It supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G technology for lightning-fast internet speeds. Other features include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and various positioning technologies such as GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, and QZSS. Additionally, it has NFC capabilities for hassle-free pairing with other devices.

The Asus ROG Phone 3 comes in only one color option, Black Glare, giving it a sleek and bold look. It is available in several models (ASUS_I003D, ZS661KS, I003DD, I003D) and has a SAR rating of 0.74 W/kg (head) and 1.50 W/kg (body). As for the price, it may come as no surprise that such a high-performance smartphone does not come cheap. The Asus ROG Phone 3 is priced at around 650 EUR, making it a true investment for serious gamers.

In conclusion, the Asus ROG Phone 3 is a game-changer in the world of gaming smartphones. With its powerful platform, stunning display, unique design features, and long-lasting battery, it truly has everything a gamer could want. So, if you're ready to take your gaming experience to the next level, the Asus ROG Phone 3 may just be the perfect phone for you.

Latest Asus ROG Phone 3 Specs and Prices

LAUNCH

• Announced:  2020, July 22
• Status:  Available. Released 2020, July 23

PLATFORM

• Operating System:  Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, ROG UI
• Chipset:  Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+)
• CPU:  Octa-core (1x3.10 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
• GPU:  Adreno 650

MEMORY

• Card slot:  No
• Internal:  128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM - UFS 3.1

DISPLAY

• Type:  AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz Refresh Rate, HDR10+, 650 nits (typ)
• Size:  6.59 inches, 106.6 cm2 (~79.9% screen-to-body ratio)
• Resolution:  1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~391 ppi density)
• Protection:  Corning Gorilla Glass 6

BODY

• Dimensions:  171 x 78 x 9.9 mm (6.73 x 3.07 x 0.39 in)
• Weight:  240 g (8.47 oz)
• Build:  Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
• SIM:  Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) - RGB light panel (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers)

MAIN CAMERA

• Triple:  64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 11mm, 125˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro)
• Features:  LED flash, HDR, panorama
• Video:  8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS

SELFIE CAMERA

• Single:  24 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 0.9µm
• Features:  Panorama, HDR
• Video:  1080p@30fps

BATTERY

• Type:  Li-Po 6000 mAh, non-removable
• Charging:  30W wired, PD3.0, QC4 10W reverse wired

CELLPHONE NETWORK

• Technology:  GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
• 2G bands:  GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - - SIM 1 & SIM 2 - CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA
• 3G bands:  HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - - A version - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - - B version
• 4G bands:  1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - - A version - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - - B version
• 5G bands:  1, 2, 3, 5, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - - A version - 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - - B version
• Speed:  HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (6CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps, 5G 4.4 Gbps DL

SOUND

• Loudspeaker :  Yes, with DTS:X stereo speakers (2 dedicated amplifiers)
• 3.5mm jack :  No - 24-bit/192kHz audio

COMMUNICATIONS

• WLAN:  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth:  5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
• Positioning:  GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
• NFC:  Yes
• Radio:  No
• USB:  USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector

FEATURES

• Sensors:  Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

MISCELLANEOUS

• Colors:  Black Glare
• Models:  ASUS_I003D, ZS661KS, I003DD, I003D
• SAR:  0.74 W/kg (head) & & 1.50 W/kg (body) & &
• Price:  About 650 EUR

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