Computex 2018 ASUS Republic of Gamers unleashes ROG Phone!

ASUS Republic of Gamers unleashed ROG Phone for Computex 2018!

ROG Phone comes in stunning killer looks accented with ROG logo with RGB programmable backlight! If you have a ASUS ROG setup then it works with ROG AuraSync. Sweet!

Killer looks deserves stunning display and so the new ROG Phone houses a 6 inch 18:9 FullHD+ AMOLED Display that comes with an independent image processor to support HDR plus a refresh rate of 90Hz! Crazy! Rich and immersive visuals that Gamers would appreciate.

Under the hood, ROG Phone makes use of exclusive binned version 2.96GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform Processor selected specifically for its ability to run at faster frequencies and so powerful unmatched performance. Matched with Adreno 630 graphics, 8GB LPDDR4X and 128GB / 512GB UFS 2.1 Storage, for sure it can handle the latest and even graphic intensive games. Go into X Mode and raise the minimum clock speed to keep the CPU on its toes, and confines tasks to the chip’s four fastest cores to ensure maximum performance. To keep things cool, GameCool system makes use of copper heat spreader to improve thermals and 3D vapor chamber to efficiently transfer heat away from the SoC and into the body.

Top notch connections with Gigabit LTE cellular plus WiGig-certified 802.11ad 60GHz WiFi with both 2x2 MIMO and WiFi Direct. There are side-mounted port to support Gigabit Ethernet over Type-C, plus HDMI and USB. There is also a Type-C port at bottom. Both of the Type-C ports work with standard chargers for convenience and compatibility, but they can do a better job with HyperCharge adapter. Sensors are complete and upgraded for better gameplay and interaction. Fingerprint Sensor is available for personalized security.

For photos, it does have a Dual Rear Camera setup at 12MP standard angle lens  Sony IMX 363 plus 8MP Wide Angle Lens. Front camera is at 8MP for high resolution selfies and video chat.


ROG Phone carries a 4000mAh Battery.

PLAY HARD WITH THE ROG PHONE

Asus Republic of Gamers really wants to take your mobile gaming into new heights! They introduce accessories to support you thirst for gaming!

The AeroActive Cooler plugs into this multi-purpose port and includes its own landscape-friendly connectors for both charger and headphones. This accessory is an added tool to keep your phone from burning out due to heavy gameplay.

The Mobile Desktop Dock lets you turn ROG Phone into near desktop, hooking up a 4K monitor, Gigabit Ethernet, 5.1-channel speakers, and a stack of USB peripherals or better yet your ROG gaming peripherals. Let's admit sometimes we miss the old desktop and mouse for game play.

TwinView Dock takes it on the road in a handheld package complete with another screen. The secondary display is identical to the one on the phone, giving game developers more real estate to show maps, inventory, and other important information. Comes with physical trigger buttons and dual haptic feedback engines as well as Enhanced Cooling and a massive 6,000mAh auxiliary battery extends the run time for your mobile adventures. This accessory is also best for livestream.

The WiGig Dock makes use of low-latency 802.11ad 60GHz WiFi to broadcast display signals to a base station that plugs into big-screen. Pairs well with the third-party GameVice controller gamepad to enable a console-like experience.

The ROG Phone is said to be available this Summer 2018 in configurations with 128GB and 512GB of internal storage. Accessories will be sold separately, and there is a Special Bundle to be offered will pack all of them into a suitcase with the high-end version of the phone.

ROG Phone
6.0“ 18:9 (2160x1080) AMOLED Display
90Hz refresh rate with 1ms pixel response time
108.6% DCI-P3 color gamut and 10000:1 contrast ratio
10-point multi-touch (supports Glove Touch)
Discrete image processing chip supports HDR
Gorilla Glass 6
Exclusive 2.96GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform Processor
Adreno 630 Proceessor
8GB LPDDR4X RAM Memory
128GB / 512GB UFS 2.1 Storage
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ad 2x2 MIMO
Wi-Fi Direct and WiGig 802.11ad wireless display support
Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC
GPS, aGPS, Glonass, BeiDou
Side I/O:
Custom USB-C supports USB 3.1 Gen 1, DP 1.4, fast charging (15W)
ASUS HyperCharge direct charging
Bottom I/O:
USB-C supports USB 2.0, fast charging (20W), Direct Charge
3.5mm headphone jack
Rear Cameras:
12MP Standard Angle Lens
Sony IMX 363, f/1.8
8MP (120° wide-angle), f/2.0
Front: 8MP, f/2.0
Audio:
Dual front-facing stereo speakers with Smart Amplifier
24-bit/192KHz Hi-Res Audio
DTS Headphone:X 7.1 virtual surround-sound
Qualcomm aptX High-definition Bluetooth® wireless audio
Sensors Accelerometer, E-compass, Proximity sensor, Hall sensor, Ambient-light sensor, Fingerprint sensor, Gyroscope, 2 x ultrasonic AirTriggers
Battery 4,000mAh
Dimensions: 158.8 x 76.2 x 8.6mm
Weight: 200g
Accessories (sold separately):
AeroActive Cooler
Mobile Desktop Dock
TwinView Dock
The WiGig Dock