The ASUS ROG Phone 9, set to launch next week, has sparked excitement due to a leaked price listing on a Danish retailer’s website. This leak suggests a possible increase in pricing for the new gaming phone. Additionally, reports indicate that a Pro variant will also be part of the lineup. Both models recently appeared on Geekbench, showcasing powerful hardware specifications.
ROG Phone 9 Pricing Details
A Danish retailer, ComputerSalg, listed the ROG Phone 9 in Storm White with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The listed price was DKK 9,838, which converts to about €1,320. In comparison, the ROG Phone 8 launched with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage at $1,099 or €1,099. This suggests that the ROG Phone 9 may cost more while offering less RAM, and the Pro model could be priced even higher.
Key Features to Expect
The ROG Phone 9 is confirmed to support 15W wireless charging, based on its certification by the Wireless Power Consortium. The previous model, the ROG Phone 8, included a 5,500mAh battery and 65W wired charging, so the new phone is expected to deliver similar or slightly improved battery and charging capabilities.
Design-wise, the ROG Phone 9 will largely resemble its predecessor but with a notable difference in its branding. Instead of the glowing ROG logo seen in earlier models, the new phone will feature the ROG name alongside ASUS AniMe LED paneling. ASUS has also hinted at AI-powered features aimed at enhancing the gaming experience, although more details have not yet been shared.
Performance Upgrades
The ROG Phone 9 will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which is a major improvement over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. This new processor offers a 45% boost in overall performance and a 30% increase in GPU capability, making it ideal for running high-performance games. To ensure smooth gaming sessions, ASUS is likely to include an advanced cooling system to complement the new chip.
As the official launch nears, more information about the ROG Phone 9 and its Pro variant will soon be revealed. This upcoming gaming phone series is shaping up to be an exciting option for mobile gamers.
