UAE Price
AED 5,900
India Price
₹99,999
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Smartphone · ASUS · 2024
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro 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 5,900 in the UAE and ₹99,999 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro excels with its 185Hz LTPO AMOLED display, delivering buttery motion clarity during competitive gaming, and 65W wired charging that refills the 6000mAh battery in 46 minutes—among the fastest in the market. Its Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm) sustains peak performance under heavy loads, while 1600 nits HBM ensures visibility in direct UAE sunlight. This is for competitive mobile gamers who prioritize screen response, thermal management during extended sessions, and rapid recharge over camera versatility—the 32MP main sensor lacks OIS and struggles in low light. The phone’s 227g weight feels substantial, and while NFC and 5G are present, the design remains aggressively angular with no IP rating. In UAE at AED 5900, it’s competitive because no rival offers this blend of refresh rate, charging speed, and chipset dominance at this price. In India at ₹99999, it’s overpriced—flagships like the iPhone 15 Pro or Galaxy S24 Ultra deliver better cameras, water resistance, and software polish for similar cost.
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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 32 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/3.2", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| 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, 670Hz PWM, 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 |
| Models | AI2501-16G512G-BK, AI2501-24G1T-BK |
| Price | About 800 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 3042971 (v10) GeekBench: 10179 (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, 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 Pro.
It’s still worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize high-end gaming performance and durable build quality over newer models with minor upgrades. The 256GB storage and flagship chipset ensure it remains usable for demanding apps and games without slowdowns.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro 256GB is priced at AED 5900 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro 256GB is priced at ₹99999 in India. It is available through official Asus channels and select electronics retailers nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in daylight and handles high-contrast scenes effectively. Video recording is stable and supports 4K at 60fps for smooth, cinematic quality.
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.
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