The latest iteration of ROG’s gaming smartphone line is now available. The ROG Phone 7 features two mainline versions and an Ultimate version, updated hardware, and all the bells and whistles consumers have come to appreciate in ROG’s premium device line.
ROG Phone 7 Specs
6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio)
AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak) display
1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) resolution
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset
Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU
Adreno 740 GPU
Android 13 OS
256GB storage + 12GB RAM, 512GB storage + 16GB RAM variants
Comes with external memory card support
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF + 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) + 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro) triple rear camera
32 MP, f/2.5, 29mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 0.7µm front camera
Li-Po 6000 mAh, non-removable battery
65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 10W reverse wired charging system
ROG Phone 7 Ultimate Specs
6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio)
AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak) display
1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) resolution
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset
Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU
Adreno 740 GPU
Android 13 OS
512GB storage + 16GB RAM
Comes with external memory card support
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF + 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) + 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro) triple rear camera
32 MP, f/2.5, 29mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 0.7µm front camera
Li-Po 6000 mAh, non-removable battery
65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 10W reverse wired charging system
Spec Verdict: Read this before moving on
The ROG Phone 7 line is basically the same for all three variants, save for the storage and RAM combo. What sets the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate from its siblings would be the inclusion of the AeroActive Cooler 7 and several external and internal features, which we will discuss further down.
Bottom line: if you want the ROG Phone 7 for sheer spec power and plan to do heavy gaming, get either of the non-Ultimate variants. If you have the cash to spare and want to invest in a gaming smartphone that will blow away the competition in both looks and performance, then the Ultimate variant should be the pickup. If you have the ROG Phone 6D or any other premium variant gaming smartphone, and have used and abused your unit through intense gaming, then the Phone 7 Ultimate is your upgrade phone.
No-compromise performance
The mighty ROG Phone 7 series was built without compromises, unleashing the awesome gaming power of the flagship 3.2 GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, which is 15% faster and 15% more power-efficient than the previous generation. It’s paired with up to 16 GB of 8533 Mbps LPDDR5X RAM, and up to 512 GB UFS 4.0 ROM that’s twice as fast as UFS 3.0. It’s ready for WiFi 7 (802.11be) with Qualcomm FastConnect 7800, supporting ultrafast 320 MHz channels and Multi-Link operation, with game-changing latency performance benefits.
To keep pace with the fastest action, the ROG Phone 7 series uses a 165 Hz AMOLED display with a 720 Hz touch-sampling rate and a Delta E <1 color accuracy for superb visuals. We’ve also increased the brightness to 1,500 nits for easier viewing outside. The superb visuals are tuned in collaboration with leading visual-processing company Pixelworks® for world-beating color accuracy. It’s a display without comparison.
Additionally, the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate features ROG Vision, a unique matrix color display on the rear of the phone that exemplifies the daring innovation behind the ROG brand. This creative feature can showcase awesome animations triggered by system events, such as charging status, incoming calls, X-Mode activation, and more. With ROG Vision, gamers can express their true style as they can create their own personalized animations and enhance the uniqueness of the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate.
No-compromise power efficiency
To minimize power consumption without compromising performance, the ROG Phone 7 series leverages the 15% improvement in power efficiency offered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, enhanced with the best-ever GameCool 7 thermal system to cool the CPU from all directions. This uses a three-pronged approach. For short sessions, the Boron Nitride (BN) thermal compound on one side of the CPU reduces throttling. Mid-length sessions are taken care of by the bigger vapor chamber and graphite sheets on the other side of the CPU. Lastly, for marathon sessions, the AeroActive Cooler 7 — with its fan positioned right over the CPU module — kicks into play for AI-powered active cooling, featuring a Peltier element for extra cooling performance.
In the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, cooling is enhanced even further with the world-leading AeroActive Portal. This air inlet activates automatically when the AeroActive Cooler is attached, directing a constant flow of cool air from the cooler onto the cooling fins of the vapor chamber. This efficiently dispels the heat generated by the SoC, leading to a notable boost in both gaming performance and battery endurance. When the AeroActive Portal is activated, the phone’s thermal efficiency can increase by up to 20%.
Finally, the AeroActive Cooler 7 features not only an improved fan with more blades for higher back pressure, but also a built-in thermoelectric Peltier cooler for maximum cooling power. The revolutionary DualCool design ensures that while the rear of the phone is cooled by the Peltier cooler, cooling air is also directed across the phone’s screen for maximum cooling efficiency.
No-compromise gaming
Mobile gamers have never experienced phones that sound as good as the ROG Phone 7 series. The twin front-firing speakers — with 50% more effective volume than previously — are aided by the five-magnet, super-linear subwoofer in the AeroActive 7 cooler, which enhances bass volume by 77% for unbeatable 2.1 sound in games or movies when the cooler is attached. Fine-tuning in cooperation with the audio experts at Dirac ensures unrivaled sound quality.
From its 3.5 mm headphone jack to its Dirac Virtuo for Headphone theater-like spatial sound, the ROG Phone 7 series has all the technology for all the sound. Snapdragon Sound technology support enables super-low-latency high-fidelity Bluetooth audio, so whatever the user’s listening choice, their ears will thank them for the ROG Phone 7.
New software features enhance the gaming experience even further. X Sense helps gamers to detect key onscreen events, such as when an important new item appears on the map or an enemy is approaching, with a pop-up notification. And if a gamer dispenses with multiple rivals in a single maneuver, X Sense adds visual effects to add to the celebration. X Capture is an AI tool that automatically records memorable moments in the battle, such as vanquishing an enemy or winning the match.
The renowned AirTrigger ultrasonic controls that support a wide range of gestures, including Dual Action, Press and Lift, and Gyroscope Aiming, give gamers unrivaled fingertip control over their games for a console-like experience. There are also 10 motion controls and an X-axis linear motor that provides powerful haptic feedback, taking gamers into the heart of the action. It also enables the superb Vibration Mapping feature, which enhances the touch experience by providing adjustable haptic feedback for virtual on-screen buttons.
As part of the Early Bird Bundle Promo, the first 100 buyers of the ROG Phone 7 Series will take home a Cetra True Wireless Headset worth PHP 4,510 when they purchase the gaming smartphone from June 15, 2023 – July 15, 2023.
Head on to this link for the pre-order mechanics.
For our online shoppers, the ROG Phone 7 series is exclusively available on the ROG Shopee Official Store from June 15-22, 2023. Enjoy 0% interest and free shipping vouchers with a max cap of PHP 75 via the SPayLater payment option.
Gamers can also experience flexible payment plans through Home Credit with their 12-month 0% interest installment plan when they purchase gaming smartphones in any supported branches.
For those who want to try the ROG Phone 7 Series in action, catch the special pop-up booth in SM Megamall B, Upper Ground Floor, from June 16-28, 2023. Prizes will be given away and a Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mini Tournament will ensue. Check out the ASUS Republic of Gamers on all social media channels to find out how you can join.
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