ROG Phone 2
The 120Hz gaming flagship that put Asus on the gaming-phone map.
The Asus ROG Phone 2 is a gaming Asus smartphone released Sep 2019, with a launch price of $899. It pairs the Snapdragon 855 Plus with a 6.59" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz display, a 48 MP IMX586 + 13 MP ultrawide main camera and a 6000 mAh, 30W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 84/100 — Why the ROG Phone 2 mattered Standout strengths: first 120hz phone screen many people had used and massive 6000 mah battery. Main trade-off: 240 g brick weight.
Why the ROG Phone 2 mattered
The ROG Phone 2 turned "gaming phone" from a niche curiosity into a sub-category worth tracking — 120Hz AMOLED, 6000 mAh, ultrasonic AirTriggers, and front-facing stereo speakers were features mainstream flagships would take three more years to copy.
Read the full review- First 120Hz phone screen many people had used
- Massive 6000 mAh battery
- Quad-DAC audio with headphone jack
Full specifications
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How the ROG Phone 2 compares
| ROG Phone 2 | iPhone 14 Pro Max | ROG Phone 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 855 Plus | Apple A16 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Display | 6.59" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.78" AMOLED 165 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP IMX586 + 13 MP ultrawide | 48 MP · f/1.78 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 6000 mAh, 30W | 4,323 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $899 | $1,099 | $999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the ROG Phone 2 released?
The ROG Phone 2 was released in Sep 2019.
How much does the ROG Phone 2 cost?
The ROG Phone 2 launched at $899 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the ROG Phone 2 screen size and type?
The ROG Phone 2 has a 6.59" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz display.
What chipset does the ROG Phone 2 use?
The ROG Phone 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the ROG Phone 2 have?
The ROG Phone 2 ships with 8/12 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the ROG Phone 2 battery capacity?
The ROG Phone 2 has a 6000 mAh, 30W battery.
What is the ROG Phone 2 main camera?
The ROG Phone 2 has a 48 MP IMX586 + 13 MP ultrawide main camera.
How much does the ROG Phone 2 weigh?
The ROG Phone 2 weighs 240 g.
What colours does the ROG Phone 2 come in?
The ROG Phone 2 is available in 1 colour: Matte Black.
Is the ROG Phone 2 worth buying?
The ROG Phone 2 turned "gaming phone" from a niche curiosity into a sub-category worth tracking — 120Hz AMOLED, 6000 mAh, ultrasonic AirTriggers, and front-facing stereo speakers were features mainstream flagships would take three more years to copy. SpecEagle gives the ROG Phone 2 an editorial score of 84/100.
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