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Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£670RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP

Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 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 6 (12GB + 256GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–²Better than 78% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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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Score components

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

9.6

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

â–²Better than 78%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 67%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

9.6

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

7.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
6.6/ 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 60% of models
Popularity:
Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.6 points, which is higher than 60.2% of smartphones.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

7.5
Brand name
Asus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% 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
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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
50 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 60.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 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
165 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 165 Hz which is higher than in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 1.1% 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
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
174 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 174 mm which is taller than 94% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
76 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76 mm which is narrower than 47.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
10 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 10 mm which is thicker than 88.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
239 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 239 g which is heavier than 88.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
132,240 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 132,240 cm³ which is larger than 89.3% of smartphones.
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Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.35x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,435 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,435 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 37.5% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 3x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (720 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    720 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 0.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.0/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.02 vs 8.000).
    8.02 vs 8
  • 3.35x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,435 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,435 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 84.2% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,735 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,735 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (10,946 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    10,946 vs 3,825
  • 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 71% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,331 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,331 vs 2,533
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 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
  • 2.28x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,793 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,793 vs 1,226
  • 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
  • 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
  • 41.1% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (858 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    858 vs 608
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • 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.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 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)
  • 37.5% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (720 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    720 Hz vs 240 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
  • 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
  • 25.6% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (829 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    829 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
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 21.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (239 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    239 g vs 196.2 g
  • 10.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (174 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    174 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.58x more expensive
    Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£670 vs £260).
    £670 vs £260
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 2.58x more expensive
    Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£670 vs £260).
    £670 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 21.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (239 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    239 g vs 196.2 g
  • 10.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (174 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    174 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 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
  • 35.2% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (132240 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    132,240 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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trustedreviews.com
06/07/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro vs Asus ROG Phone 6
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in.ign.com
13/04/2023
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Asus ROG Phone 6 Review - IGN India
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uswitch.com
07/03/2023
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ROG Phone 6 Pro review - Uswitch
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techadvisor.com
01/12/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 Review: The Obvious Choice - Tech Advisor
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thehindu.com
25/11/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 Review| A gamer’s phone - The Hindu
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indianexpress.com
25/11/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 review - The Indian Express
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vulcanpost.com
04/11/2022
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[Review] ASUS ROG Phone 6 features and gaming performance
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t3.com
19/09/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 review: flawless victory - T3
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pcmag.com
19/07/2022
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Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro Preview - PCMag
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techradar.com
06/07/2022
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What we like about Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional gaming performance powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.
  • Outstanding 6,000 mAh battery life that easily lasts through a full day of heavy use.
  • Stunning 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 165Hz refresh rate.
  • High-quality front-firing stereo speakers that provide immersive audio.
  • Inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is rare for modern flagship phones.
  • Fast 65W wired charging that can reach 100% in under 45 minutes.
  • Innovative gaming features like AirTrigger 6 ultrasonic buttons and dual USB-C ports.
  • First gaming phone to offer official IPX4 splash resistance.

What we don't like about Asus ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of wireless charging, which is expected at this price point.
  • Camera system lacks optical image stabilization (OIS) and a telephoto lens.
  • Large and bulky design that may be difficult to use one-handed.
  • Short software update commitment compared to other major flagships.
  • AeroActive Cooler 6 must be purchased separately for the standard model to prevent throttling during extreme sessions.
  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Display brightness can be difficult to read under direct sunlight without High Brightness Mode enabled.

Verdict

The ASUS ROG Phone 6 (12GB + 256GB) is a dedicated gaming powerhouse, engineered around its performance specifications, including a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and a 165Hz AMOLED display. Key gaming-centric features distinguish it, such as AirTrigger 6 ultrasonic controls, dual front-facing speakers, and a robust GameCool 6 cooling system designed for sustained performance. The 6000mAh dual-cell battery supports 65W fast charging for extended gameplay sessions. A main drawback is its substantial size and weight due to the large battery and cooling hardware, making it less pocket-friendly than conventional flagships; the camera system is functional but generally considered secondary to its gaming focus.

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