UAE Price
AED 3,950
India Price
₹78,999
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Smartphone · ASUS · 2024
The Asus ROG Phone 8 512GB 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 3,950 in the UAE and ₹78,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 512GB excels with its 5500mAh battery and 65W wired charging, reaching 100% in 39 minutes — unmatched for gaming marathons. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 1080x2400 AMOLED display deliver buttery 165Hz gameplay, while the 50MP main with gimbal OIS captures stable 4K video. Ideal for competitive mobile gamers who demand sustained peak performance and rapid recharge during tournaments. Weakness: thermals throttle under 90+ minutes of intense gaming, despite the vapor chamber. In UAE at AED 3950, it’s competitive because no other phone offers this charging speed and 165Hz display combo under AED 4500. In India at ₹78999, it’s overpriced — the same specs are available in the Redmi K70 Pro for ₹52999, with comparable gaming performance and 120W charging. The absence of telephoto lens in India’s model further erodes value. Buy only if you prioritize ROG’s ecosystem and 65W speed over cost efficiency.
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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 | 512 |
| 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’s still worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize high-end gaming performance and build quality over cutting-edge features. The 512GB storage and flagship chipset ensure it remains capable for demanding apps and games well beyond its release year.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 512GB is priced at AED 3950 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Asus ROG Phone 8 512GB is priced at ₹78999 in India. It is available through official Asus channels and leading electronics retailers nationwide.
The camera system delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in good lighting with fast autofocus and accurate color reproduction. It handles video recording smoothly at up to 4K 60fps, making it reliable for casual and social media use.
The battery life lasts a full day of heavy gaming and multitasking, thanks to its large capacity and optimized power management. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power during breaks.
Ready to buy the ROG Phone 8?
From AED 3,950 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
