UAE Price
AED 3,500
India Price
₹69,999
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Smartphone · ASUS · 2024
The Asus ROG Phone 8 256GB is ASUS's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5500 mAh battery. At AED 3,500 in the UAE and ₹69,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 256GB excels with its 5500mAh battery and 65W wired charging, delivering 100% in 39 minutes — unmatched for gaming marathons. Its 6.78-inch display with 144Hz refresh rate and 1080x2400 resolution ensures buttery-smooth visuals, while the 50MP main sensor with gimbal OIS captures stable 4K video even during motion. Ideal for competitive mobile gamers in UAE and India who demand sustained Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance and zero throttling under load. However, the lack of a telephoto lens in India’s model — dropping from 32MP to just 13MP ultrawide — sacrifices zoom flexibility for regional pricing. In UAE at AED 3500, it’s competitive because it outperforms flagships in battery and charging speed. In India at ₹69999, it’s overpriced: the same 30W charger and missing telephoto make it a niche buy versus the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s versatility at similar cost.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 65W wired, PD3.0, PPS, QC5, 100% in 39 min - International 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS - India 15W wireless (Qi) 10W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5500 mAh |
| Triple | - International model - 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, gimbal OIS 32 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/3.2", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm - SEA/China/India model - 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, gimbal OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 22mm (wide), 1/3.2", 0.7µm |
| Features | Panorama, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (Up to 7CA), 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C (side), DisplayPort 1.4; USB Type-C (bottom), OTG |
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 3.02 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 225 g (7.94 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10, 1600 nits (HBM), 2500 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Rebel Grey |
| Models | AI2401, AI2401_A |
| Price | £ 1,165.00 |
| Announced | 2024, January 08 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, January 18 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the ROG Phone 8.
It remains a strong value for gamers and power users in 2026 due to its durable build and long-term software support, but newer models may offer better efficiency and features. If you prioritize performance over cutting-edge design, it's still a solid choice.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 256GB is priced at AED 3500 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 256GB is priced at ₹69999 in India. It is available through official Asus channels and leading electronics retailers nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in daylight and handles fast-moving subjects with good clarity. Video recording is stable and detailed, making it reliable for casual content capture.
The battery lasts a full day of heavy gaming and multitasking without needing a recharge. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power during breaks.
Ready to buy the ROG Phone 8?
From AED 3,500 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
