Asus, the Taiwanese company, recently launched the “Asus ROG Phone 2” in India. ROG (Republic of Gamers) is a sub-brand of Asus that solely caters to the gaming hardware. After years of experience in the gaming PCs and components, the brand unveiled its first gaming smartphone, Asus ROG Phone in 2018. A year later, they have the successor ROG Phone 2, with a lot more smart specifications and a user-friendly interface.
Overview
Key Specifications & Price in India
Model | Asus ROG Phone 2 |
Display | 6.59-inch, 19.5:9, 2340×1080, 120Hz/1ms AMOLED; 240Hz response time, 108% DCI-P3; 100,000:1 contrast ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 10bit HDR, SDR2HDR upscaling |
Software | Android 9.0 Pie-based ROG UI, Zen UI |
Processor | 2.96GHz octa-core SD855+ with Adreno 640 GPU |
Battery | 6000mAh with 30W fast charging support |
RAM | LPDDR4X up to 12GB RAM |
Storage | UFS3.0, 128GB or 512GB |
Rear Camera | 48MP+13MP (125-degree) |
Front Camera | 24MP |
Other features | ARCore, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C, Customized connector, Dual-front firing speakers with DTS:X Ultra |
Indian Price | Rs. 37,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs. 59,999 (12GB+512GB) |
In the Indian Unit Box 📦
- For 8GB/128GB Variant:
- ROG Phone II
- 18 Watt QC 4.0 Charger
- Type A to Type C Data Cable
- Aero Case (Premium Case)
- SIM Pin
- User Manual and Warranty Card
- For 12GB/512GB Variant:
- ROG Phone II
- 30 Watt QC 4.0 Charger
- Type A to Type C Data Cable
- Aero Case (Premium Case)
- Aero Active Cooler II
- SIM Pin
- User Manual and Warranty Card
10 FEATURES That Every GAMER 🎮 will LOVE❤️
1. Performance
2. Display
This ROG phone 2 is the Best Smartphone Display I ever experienced till now. Really, man, it is World’s first 120Hz/1ms 10-bit HDR 6.59″ AMOLED display. In the Era where prominent market leaders are focusing on launching 90Hz display in their Flagship, this Asus ROG phone have 120Hz screen! In this, I can say this smartphone is one step ahead of other flagships in terms of display and performance.
3. Battery
For better and Longer Gaming, you must need a bigger battery as well. Don’t worry! This Gaming beast has a massive battery of 6000mAh with 30W ROG HyperCharge support for non-stop gaming power and lightning-quick charging.
4. Air Trigger II
This is one of the best features that every Mobile Gamer will love. Really! They already thought of everything a Gamer ever needed. This additional Air Triggers will give you Console gaming like experience. Yes, it supports the most popular game, PubG Mobile. I tried the Pubg Mobile on this smartphone, for first it take time to adjust your hands around but after some time you will be used to it. And the best part of Air Triggers are they can configure it yourself as per your needs and requirements.
5. GameCool II
The GameCool II heatsink system inside the ROG Phone II uses a 3D vapor chamber to reduce the Heating while playing games. It helps Snapdragon 855 Plus can run games at full performance as much time you want to play. So this solves a major issue that every mobile gamer faces while playing for long hours.
6. Side-Mounted Ports
It comes with a Side-mounted USB-C charging port for charging in landscape orientation as well as makes a connection with a variety of ROG Phone Accessories. With this port, it is possible to play comfortably while charging your smartphone and it opens the gate of lots of innovative accessories that can be attached to it like AeroActive Cooler II, Mobile Desktop Dock, etc..
7. 3.5mm Jack
8. Design & Build
This Smartphone is loaded with much more features for gamers, but these are the Top features that I liked most. If you want us to make a full gaming review of this phone, let us know.
The Accessories announced includes:
- ROG Kunai Gamepad
- ROG Lighting Armor Case
- Aero Case
- AeroActive Cooler II
- TwinView Dock II
- Mobile Desktop Dock
- Pro Dock
- WiGig Display Dock Plus
Price and Availability:
Here are the prices Asus ROG Phone 2 Accessories:

- ROG 30W charger at Rs. 1999
- ROG Kunai Gamepad at Rs. 9,999
- ROG Lighting Armor Case at Rs. 2,999
- AeroActive Cooler II at Rs. 3999
- TwinView Dock II at Rs. 19,999
- Mobile Desktop Dock at Rs. 12,999
- Pro Dock at Rs. 5499
Verdict
So, after testing the little phone bit, I can say it is one of the best gaming smartphone in the market right now with such massive hardware and features. The most unique features that differentiate with other gaming smartphone is the processor and display that will enhance your gaming experience. Overall the Camera is also very good; it uses the same camera of ASUS 6Z which many people already know about. So, overall, with such aggressive pricing, it is a Great Smartphone for gamers to buy.
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