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Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£970RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.59 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP

Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 65% of smartphones
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
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 66% of models
Score components

25%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

7.0

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

â–²Better than 66% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £970

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

25%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

7.0

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

7.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

5.4

Price

6.6
Brand name
Asus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
â–² Better than 72% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 72.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
RAM capacity
16 GB
â–² Better than 84% of models
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
512 GB
Internal storage
512 GB
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.1 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.1 GHz
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.1 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
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
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP
â–² Better than 84% of models
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
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 65% of models
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
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
â–² Better than 54% of models
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
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
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
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.59 inches
Screen size
6.59 inches
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.59 inches which is smaller than the screens of 67.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
391 ppi
Pixel density
391 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 391 ppi which is lower than that of 65.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Refresh rate
144 Hz
★ Better than 90% of models
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
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
â–² Better than 73% of models
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
30 W
Charging speed
30 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
110 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
110 min
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 110 min which is slower than 88% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Number of microphones
4
★ Better than 97% of models
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
?
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
171 mm
Height
171 mm
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 171 mm which is taller than 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
78 mm
Width
78 mm
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 78 mm which is wider than 84.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.9 mm
Thickness
9.9 mm
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.9 mm which is thicker than 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Weight
240 g
Weight
240 g
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 240 g which is heavier than 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
120,042 cm³
Device volume
120,042 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 120,042 cm³ which is larger than 87.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    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
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    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
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.1 GHz
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 10x more L1
    L1 cache
    320 KB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (320 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    320 KB vs 32 KB
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
    Number of microphones
    4
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    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
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.1 GHz
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 10x more L1
    L1 cache
    320 KB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (320 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    320 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.1 GHz & 3 x 2.42 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.1 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.
    1x3.1 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 34.5% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,267
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,267 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,267 vs 942
  • 75.8% more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    1,800 KB
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1800 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,800 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 54.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,914
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,914 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,914 vs 2,533
  • 71.9% higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    44 GB/s
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    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
  • 2x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    512
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • 33.9% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    4,170
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (4,170 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    4,170 vs 3,115
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    Desktop mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    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
    Main camera megapixels
    64 MP & 13 MP & 5 MP
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    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
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    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
    Main camera sensor area
    41 mm²
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    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
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    RGB LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    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 front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    24 MP
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
    USB version
    3.1
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    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
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 12.5% higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    270 Hz
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (270 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    270 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Gorilla Glass 3 on the back side
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    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
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    Reverse wireless charging speed
    10 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4.5 W – >10 W
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • 2 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    4
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 32% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    646 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (646 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    646 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 48 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    110 min
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (110 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    110 min vs 62 min
  • 37.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    494 min
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (494 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    494 min vs 786 min
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 10
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.63 vs 7.3).
    6.63 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 32% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    646 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (646 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    646 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Process node
    7 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 10
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    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
    Scrolling screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    Play while downloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    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
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.1
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2340 px
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 174.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    719 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <537 nits – >1.4k nits
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (719 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    719 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 0.08 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.59 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.59 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 1% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    391 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (391 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    391 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 37.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    494 min
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (494 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    494 min vs 786 min
  • 48 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    110 min
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (110 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    110 min vs 62 min
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    30 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • 22.3% heavier
    Weight
    240 g
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (240 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    240 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 1.6 mm thicker
    Thickness
    9.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 7.4 mm taller
    Height
    171 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (171 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    171 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2 mm wider
    Width
    78 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (78 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    78 mm vs 76 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    Taiwan
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    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
  • 22.7% larger volume
    Device volume
    120,042 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (120042 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    120,042 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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18/03/2021
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19/01/2021
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB)

  • Industry-leading performance with Snapdragon 865+ and up to 16GB RAM
  • Massive 6,000mAh battery providing exceptional endurance, often lasting over a full day
  • Stunning 144Hz AMOLED display with high touch responsiveness (270Hz touch sampling)
  • Superb front-firing stereo speakers with loud, immersive, and spatial audio quality
  • Highly functional gaming features, including precise ultrasonic AirTrigger 3 shoulder buttons
  • Rich accessory ecosystem (AeroActive Cooler, Kunai Gamepads, TwinView Dock)
  • Subtle design compared to previous models while retaining the customizable RGB logo

What we don't like about Asus ROG Phone III (16GB + 512GB)

  • No official IP rating for water or dust resistance
  • Lacks wireless charging support
  • Removal of the built-in 3.5mm headphone jack (requires an adapter or fan accessory)
  • Camera performance, particularly low-light and macro shots, is mediocre compared to other flagships
  • Bulky and heavy design (240g), making it less comfortable for one-handed use or pocket storage
  • Display issues at low brightness, specifically 'crushed blacks' or grainy grays
  • Can experience significant heat build-up during intensive, long-duration gaming sessions

Verdict

The Asus ROG Phone 3 (16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant) is a high-performance, gaming-centric flagship device, featuring a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate for ultra-smooth visuals. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G processor, it offers exceptional speed and multitasking capabilities. Key pros include its massive 6,000mAh battery for extended gaming sessions, highly responsive AirTrigger 3 ultrasonic shoulder buttons for tactile feedback, and dual front-facing speakers. Potential cons involve its substantial weight and bulk, lack of an official IP water resistance rating, and the absence of wireless charging capabilities.

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