ROG Phone 3
The 144 Hz, 6,000 mAh gaming flagship that made gaming phones mainstream.
The Asus ROG Phone 3 is a gaming flagship Asus smartphone released Jul 2020, with a launch price of $999. It pairs the Snapdragon 865+ with a 6.59" AMOLED 144 Hz display, a 64 MP main camera and a 6,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — The template every gaming phone followed. Standout strengths: 144 hz, 6,000 mah, dual usb-c, airtrigger 3 — the gaming-phone template. and snapdragon 865+ ran cool with the fan. Main trade-off: 240 g brick.
The template every gaming phone followed.
ROG Phone 3 set the template — 144 Hz AMOLED, 6,000 mAh, AirTrigger shoulder buttons, dual USB-C, RGB back, fan accessory — every gaming flagship since has followed. The mediocre camera and aged software support are the cost; as the genre's defining hardware moment it earned its place.
Read the full review- 144 Hz, 6,000 mAh, dual USB-C, AirTrigger 3 — the gaming-phone template.
- Snapdragon 865+ ran cool with the fan.
- Front-firing stereo is genuinely loud.
- Up to 16 GB RAM.
Full specifications
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How the ROG Phone 3 compares
| ROG Phone 3 | iPhone 13 Pro Max | Zenfone 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865+ | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.59" AMOLED 144 Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP · f/1.5 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 6,000 mAh | 4,352 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $999 | $1,099 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the ROG Phone 3 released?
The ROG Phone 3 was released in Jul 2020.
How much does the ROG Phone 3 cost?
The ROG Phone 3 launched at $999 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the ROG Phone 3 screen size and type?
The ROG Phone 3 has a 6.59" AMOLED 144 Hz display.
What chipset does the ROG Phone 3 use?
The ROG Phone 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 865+ chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the ROG Phone 3 have?
The ROG Phone 3 ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the ROG Phone 3 battery capacity?
The ROG Phone 3 has a 6,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the ROG Phone 3 charge?
The ROG Phone 3 supports 30 W HyperCharge wired charging.
What is the ROG Phone 3 main camera?
The ROG Phone 3 has a 64 MP main camera.
Does the ROG Phone 3 have a headphone jack?
The ROG Phone 3 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the ROG Phone 3 get software updates?
The ROG Phone 3 update policy: support ended.
How much does the ROG Phone 3 weigh?
The ROG Phone 3 weighs 240 g.
What colours does the ROG Phone 3 come in?
The ROG Phone 3 is available in 1 colour: Black Glare.
Is the ROG Phone 3 worth buying?
ROG Phone 3 set the template — 144 Hz AMOLED, 6,000 mAh, AirTrigger shoulder buttons, dual USB-C, RGB back, fan accessory — every gaming flagship since has followed. The mediocre camera and aged software support are the cost; as the genre's defining hardware moment it earned its place. SpecEagle gives the ROG Phone 3 an editorial score of 80/100.
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