Asus is gearing up to introduce its latest gaming phones, the ROG Phone 8 series, with a global unveiling scheduled for January 8. The Chinese launch is scheduled for January 16. Ahead of this highly anticipated release, WindowsReport gave a first look at what to expect from the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro<\/a>. The leaked renders and full specifications offer enthusiasts a glimpse of the features and capabilities expected from these upcoming gaming smartphones. Let's dig into the details to find out what to expect in the latest additions to the ROG phone lineup.<\/p>\n The upcoming ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro appear to herald a notable departure from the conventional design of their predecessors, as recently leaked renders suggest. A modern punch-hole display adorns the front, while the rear features a distinctive camera<\/a> module placed prominently in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n Elevating the gaming aesthetic, the rear panel is accented with an RGB illuminated logo and in-game mottos. Notable design differentiators include a matte finish on the rear for the ROG Phone 8 and a glossy rear design for the Pro variant , imparting a feeling of high-end craftsmanship. With leaked specifications offering a tantalizing glimpse, anticipation is on the rise as enthusiasts await the official unveiling of the ROG Phone 8 series<\/a>.<\/p>\n According to the report, the upcoming ROG Phone 8 series is expected to feature a large 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ display, boasting an impressive 165Hz refresh rate and 2,500 nits peak brightness. Running on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, the device is expected to come with a beefy 5,500mAh battery, supporting 65W fast charging as per its 3C certification.<\/p>\n Notable additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor for enhanced security, the inclusion of a 3.5mm audio jack, and the integration of a 5-magnet speaker for an enriched audio experience. While enthusiasts wait for the official confirmation, these leaked details offer a glimpse into the potential specifications of the ROG Phone 8 series.<\/p>\n The ROG Phone 8 Pro variant is equipped with an advanced rear camera setup, including a 32-megapixel selfie camera and a rear setup that includes a 50-megapixel Sony<\/a> IMX890 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 32-megapixel – Megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The Pro model features a sleek, glossy finish, measuring 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9mm and weighing 225 grams.<\/p>\n The standard ROG Phone 8 comes with 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage, while the ROG Phone 8 Pro offers a choice of 16GB or 24GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB or 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage . In light of currently available information, details regarding the camera specifications and dimensions of the standard ROG Phone 8 model remain confidential.<\/p>\n You can follow Smartprix on Twitter<\/a>, Facebook, Instagram and Google News. Visit smartprix.com for the latest news, reviews and technical guides. <\/p>\n<\/div>\nROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro renders leaked<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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