Asus has announced that the highly anticipated ROG Phone 9 series will be two of the first smartphones to feature the recently announced flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.
The ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro (presumed devices) will officially launch with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite, a chip designed to revolutionize mobile performance, especially for gamers. We now know that they will launch globally on November 19, 2024.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite, which will also power the upcoming Xiaomi 15 and OnePlus 13, is equipped with the second-generation Qualcomm Oryon CPU and an improved Adreno GPU.
These features are expected to set a new benchmark for mobile gaming, offering incredible speed, efficiency and graphics capabilities.
With this groundbreaking chipset, the ROG Phone 9 series could be positioned to be a standout in the gaming world, appealing to users who demand top performance from their devices.
The ROG Phone 9 series builds on the success of its predecessor, the ROG Phone 8 series, which was well received for its gaming-oriented design and powerful features.
While the new models will likely go even further with better performance and higher-level graphics, a recent rumor (via Android Headlines) hints at incremental improvements rather than a major overhaul.
Indeed, according to the often reliable leaker Smart Pikachu on Weibo, the ROG Phone 9 is expected to feature Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite processor (previously called 8 Gen 4), paired with up to 24 GB of RAM and 1 TB of internal storage. , in line with the top configuration of its predecessor.
A major highlight of the leak is an “upgraded” display, which could include a brighter panel, higher resolution, or both. The phone will also likely retain 65W wired charging, similar to the ROG Phone 8, as it was reportedly spotted on China’s 3C certification platform.
Overall, the leak suggests a focus on refinement over revolution, building on the solid foundation of the ROG Phone 8’s impressive specs.
Asus will showcase the ROG Phone 9 at the Snapdragon Summit 2024, giving attendees an exclusive first look and hands-on experience with tech prototypes.
With the ROG Phone 9 series, Asus seems to be on the right track to push the boundaries of mobile gaming innovation. Whether this will be the case remains to be seen on November 19, when we learn more about the ROG Phone 9 series.
“With its signature gamer-centric design ethos, the ROG Phone 9 series is designed to deliver an immersive, lag-free gaming experience, making it a must-have for serious gamers and technology enthusiasts alike,” Asus said.
In the meantime, check out our roundups of the best upcoming phones and the best gaming phones to see what Asus models will be up against.