Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
$1,417Flagship2021
8.2
Overall Score
within Flagship
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build and value. Scores are rated within the phone's tier.
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6.78"
Display
64MP
Camera
6,000
mAh
18GB
Max RAM
65W
Charging
238g
Weight
Why the ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
FlagshipThe ROG Phone 5 Ultimate remains a powerhouse for mobile gaming enthusiasts due to its massive battery and high-refresh display. However, its high price and lack of modern flagship features like wireless charging or water resistance make it less competitive for general users in the current market.
Hardware quality by category
The overall score is the average of these six components, rated within the phone's tier.
Camera7.0
Performance9.5
Battery9.5
Display9.0
Build8.5
Value6.0
Strengths
Massive 6000mAh battery
Industry-leading 144Hz AMOLED display
Exceptional gaming-focused thermal management
Dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack
Massive 18GB RAM capacity
Weaknesses
High price point for aging hardware
Lacks wireless charging
Average camera performance for the price
Bulky and heavy design
No official IP water resistance rating
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