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Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£880RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP

Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB)
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

7.4

User score

â–²Better than 66% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

25%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

6.7

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

â–²Better than 67%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 84%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

25%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

6.7

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 57.9% of smartphones.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

6.8
Brand name
Asus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor which is faster than processors in 75.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.84 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.84 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 83.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 65.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2448 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2448 px which is higher than that of 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 65 W which is faster than in 65.2% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 2.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
172.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 172.8 mm which is taller than 92.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
77.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.3 mm which is wider than 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
10.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 10.3 mm which is thicker than 89.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Weight
238 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 238 g which is heavier than 88.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
132,440 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 132,440 cm³ which is larger than 89.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.84 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 83.9% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,728 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,728 vs 3,115
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 49.6% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,722 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,722 vs 3,825
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (24 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    24 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2448 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2448 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 97% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (65 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    65 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (110 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    110 vs 99.5
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 34.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (79 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    79 vs 120
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • 21.3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (238 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    238 g vs 196.2 g
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • 3.38x more expensive
    Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£880 vs £260).
    £880 vs £260
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 7.3).
    6.8 vs 7.34
  • 7.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Asus ROG Phone 5
    the average smartphone
    Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.43 vs 8.000).
    7.43 vs 8
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • 34.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (79 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    79 vs 120
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 87.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (806 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    806 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 21.3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (238 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    238 g vs 196.2 g
  • 9.2 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (172.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    172.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • 2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Taiwan vs China
  • 35.4% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (132440 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    132,440 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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counterpointresearch.com
25/03/2021
Summary of the review
First Impressions: Asus ROG Phone 5 Brings Promising Upgrade - Counterpoint Research
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root-nation.com
15/06/2021
Summary of the review
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Review: King of the Hill - Root Nation
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androidauthority.com
10/03/2023
Summary of the review
ASUS ROG Phone 5 review: King of the hill AI can make mistakes, so double-check responses
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techadvisor.com
27/05/2021
Summary of the review
Asus ROG Phone 5 Review - Tech Advisor
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wired.com
15/03/2021
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27/05/2021
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02/09/2021
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04/08/2021
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What we like about Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB)

  • Industry-leading dual front-facing stereo speakers that offer excellent depth and volume.
  • Exceptional gaming performance powered by the Snapdragon 888 and advanced cooling solutions.
  • Highly responsive 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and ultra-low touch latency.
  • Massive 6000mAh battery providing long life, coupled with very fast 65W charging.
  • Dedicated gaming features like AirTrigger 5 ultrasonic buttons and secondary side-mounted USB-C port.
  • Return of the 3.5mm headphone jack with high-fidelity Quad DAC technology.

What we don't like about Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB + 256GB)

  • Heavy and bulky design (238g), making it difficult to use one-handed for extended periods.
  • Mediocre camera performance compared to other flagship devices, particularly in low-light and zoom photography.
  • Poor track record for timely Android platform updates and long-term software support.
  • Lack of essential flagship features such as water resistance (no IP rating), wireless charging, and microSD expansion.
  • Reported long-term reliability issues including sudden motherboard failures and rapid battery degradation for some users.
  • The external AeroActive Cooler 5 is not included in the box for the standard model.

Verdict

The Asus ROG Phone 5 (16GB RAM + 256GB storage variant) is a powerhouse gaming smartphone defined by its top-tier performance hardware and dedicated features. It typically boasts a high refresh rate AMOLED display (often 144Hz), a flagship Snapdragon processor (like the 888 series), a massive battery capacity (often 6000mAh), and unique gaming enhancements such as AirTrigger shoulder buttons and robust cooling systems. Pros include its exceptional speed for gaming, superb screen quality, powerful speakers, and extensive battery life. Potential cons often involve its bulky size and weight, the lack of an official IP water resistance rating, and a potentially high price point compared to standard flagship phones.

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