Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
Aug 16, 2021
ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro Specifications:
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5nm)
- Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, HDR10+, 2448 x 1080 resolution
- RAM: 18GB LPDDR5
- Storage: 512GB UFS 3.1 (non-expandable)
- Rear Cameras:
- 64MP main (Sony IMX686)
- 13MP ultra-wide
- 5MP macro
- Front Camera: 24MP
- Battery: 6000mAh, 65W fast charging
- Cooling: AeroActive Cooler 5 support, GameCool 5 vapor chamber
- Audio: Dual front-facing stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, ESS Sabre ES9280AC DAC
- Gaming Features: AirTrigger 5 (ultrasonic touch sensors), ROG Vision rear display, X Mode performance mode
- OS: Android 11 (ROG UI)
- Dimensions & Weight: 173 x 77 x 9.9mm, 238g
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC
Summary of Customer Reviews:
- Performance: Praised for top-tier gaming performance with smooth gameplay, no lag, and excellent thermal management.
- Display: The 144Hz AMOLED screen is highly rated for vibrant colors and responsiveness.
- Battery Life: The 6000mAh battery provides long gaming sessions, though heavy use drains it faster.
- Audio Quality: Outstanding stereo speakers and headphone audio quality for immersive gaming.
- Software: Some users find the ROG UI cluttered but appreciate gaming optimizations.
- Design: The aggressive gamer aesthetic and RGB lighting are polarizing—some love it, others find it too flashy.
- Cameras: Competent for a gaming phone but not flagship-level compared to mainstream premium devices.
- Price: Considered expensive, but justified for hardcore gamers.
Overall, it’s regarded as one of the best gaming smartphones available, with minor trade-offs in camera and software polish.