Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra
A 2025 Snapdragon 8 Elite Zenfone with gimbal OIS and 6 GHz Wi-Fi.
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is a flagship Asus smartphone released Feb 2025, with a launch price of $1,000. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Elite with a 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz display, a 50 MP gimbal + 32 MP + 13 MP main camera and a 5,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 84/100 — The big-screen Zenfone goes 8 Elite. Standout strengths: snapdragon 8 elite + 6-axis gimbal ois. and ip68 + wi-fi 7. Main trade-off: lost the zenfone's compact form.
The big-screen Zenfone goes 8 Elite.
Zenfone 12 Ultra continues the upmarket move — big-screen Snapdragon 8 Elite, gimbal OIS and Wi-Fi 7.
Read the full review- Snapdragon 8 Elite + 6-axis gimbal OIS.
- IP68 + Wi-Fi 7.
- 144 Hz AMOLED.
- 5,500 mAh + wireless charging.
Full specifications
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How the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra compares
| Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra | iPhone 14 Pro Max | ROG Phone 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Apple A16 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Display | 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.78" AMOLED 165 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP gimbal + 32 MP + 13 MP | 48 MP · f/1.78 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 5,500 mAh | 4,323 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $1,000 | $1,099 | $999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra released?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra was released in Feb 2025.
How much does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra cost?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra launched at $1,000 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra screen size and type?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra has a 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz display.
What chipset does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra use?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra have?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra battery capacity?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra has a 5,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra charge?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra supports 65 W wired charging.
Does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra have wireless charging?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra supports 15 W wireless charging.
What is the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra main camera?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra has a 50 MP gimbal + 32 MP + 13 MP main camera.
Does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 32 MP 3× OIS.
Does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra have a headphone jack?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra get software updates?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra update policy: 2 OS + 4 yr security.
How much does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra weigh?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra weighs 220 g.
What colours does the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra come in?
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is available in 3 colours: Ebony Black, Sage Green, Sakura White.
Is the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra worth buying?
Zenfone 12 Ultra continues the upmarket move — big-screen Snapdragon 8 Elite, gimbal OIS and Wi-Fi 7. SpecEagle gives the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra an editorial score of 84/100.
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