UAE Price
AED 4,500
India Price
₹69,999
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Smartphone · ASUS · 2024
The Asus ROG Phone 9 256GB is ASUS's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5800 mAh battery. At AED 4,500 in the UAE and ₹69,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 excels with its 185Hz LTPO AMOLED display, delivering buttery motion for competitive gaming, and 65W wired charging that refills the 6000mAh battery in 46 minutes — unmatched in speed. Its 50MP main sensor with gimbal OIS captures stable 4K video even while moving, a rarity in gaming phones. Ideal for mobile esports players who demand zero frame drops during extended sessions and need rapid charging between matches. However, thermals throttle under 90+ minutes of continuous 120fps gaming, causing performance dips despite the Oryon V2 chipset. In UAE at AED 4500, it’s competitive because no other phone offers this blend of refresh rate, charging speed, and 5G band support (19 bands). In India at ₹69999, it’s overpriced — the Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra delivers 120Hz, 120W charging, and similar cameras for ₹55000, making the ROG Phone 9 a niche buy only for those who prioritize the 185Hz screen and official Android 16 upgrade path.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | 5800 mAh |
| Charging | 65W wired, PD3.0, PPS, QC5, 100% in 46 min 15W wireless (Qi) 10W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5800 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, gimbal OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 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 / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 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 | 227 g (8.01 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 185Hz, 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, Storm White |
| Models | AI2501-12G256G-BK, AI2501-12G256G-WH, AI2501-16G512G-WH, AI2501-16G512G-BK |
| Price | About 1150 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 3007932 (v10) GeekBench: 10083 (v6) 3DMark: 6718 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1958 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -26.7 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery | Active use score 16:41h |
| Announced | 2024, November 19 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 20 |
| OS | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the ROG Phone 9.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize high-performance gaming and durable build quality over cutting-edge camera tech. Its flagship processor and cooling system ensure smooth performance years after release, making it a solid value for gamers.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 256GB is priced at AED 4500 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 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 supports stable 4K at 60fps, ideal for capturing gameplay or action moments.
The battery lasts a full day of heavy gaming and multitasking on a single charge. Its optimized power management ensures extended usage even during prolonged high-performance sessions.
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