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Introduction
While Windows- and Linux-based gaming handhelds are gaining popularity, Android-based gaming phones seem to be declining, with fewer and fewer options available. However, ASUS remains the undisputed leader in the gaming phone market, with its ROG Phone series representing the best of the best.
With the ROG Phone 7 series behind us, what can we expect from the ASUS ROG Phone 8 series in 2024? Here’s a look at all the credible rumors and our wishlist of features so far.
Release Date
ASUS has released a new ROG Phone every year since 2018, so it’s safe to assume that we’ll see a ROG Phone 8 series in 2024.
However, ASUS has a history of inconsistent release dates. The general timeframe is somewhere in Q1 or Q2, but there’s no way to pin down a specific month.
Also, note that ASUS skipped the ROG Phone 4 due to the widespread East Asian superstition of tetraphobia.
Specs and Features
It’s still early in the development cycle, so there aren’t too many reliable rumors about the ROG Phone 8 series. However, we can make some assumptions based on previous launches.
Design
The design of ROG Phones has stayed relatively consistent over the years. They’re always large and powerful, with uninterrupted displays and ROG branding all over the back.
We expect the ROG Phone 8 series to have the same design elements, with a possible return of the rear display and mechanized cooling port.
Specs and Cameras
The ROG Phone 8 series will likely come with the top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, as well as a ridiculous amount of RAM, starting at 12GB and going up to 16GB.
The cameras will probably be good, but not great. Expect a higher-end primary shooter, a mid-range ultrawide, and a low-end tertiary lens.
Other expected specs include a 6,000mAh battery, at least 256GB of internal storage, a large display with a refresh rate of 144Hz or more, and fast wired charging.
Price
The ROG Phone 8 series will likely start at $999 for the entry-level model. However, there will also be higher-tier versions with more RAM and storage, which will cost more.
Should You Wait for the ROG Phone 8?
The biggest difference between the ROG Phone 8 and the ROG Phone 7 will be the processor. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is rumored to be a significant upgrade over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, but the question is whether or not it will be a big enough upgrade to justify waiting.
If you’re looking for the absolute best gaming phone performance, then it might be worth waiting for the ROG Phone 8. However, if you’re happy with the performance of the ROG Phone 7, then there’s no need to wait.
What We Want to See
Here are some features that we hope to see on the ROG Phone 8 series:
- Wireless charging: This is a standard feature of most flagship phones, but ROG Phones have always lacked it.
- Longer software support: ASUS currently only provides two years of software support for its ROG Phones. We’d like to see that extended to three years, at least.
- More affordable pricing: ROG Phones are always on the expensive side. We’d like to see ASUS offer a more affordable option, even if it means making some sacrifices in terms of specs and features.
Conclusion
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 series is shaping up to be another great gaming phone. However, it’s still too early to say for sure whether or not it’s worth waiting for.
If you’re looking for the absolute best gaming phone performance, then it might be worth waiting. However, if you’re happy with the performance of the ROG Phone 7, then there’s no need to wait.
