Asus ROG Phone 5

50 reviews

Nov, 2024

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performance (28)
screen (21)
design (14)
battery (12)
sound (5)

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portability (15)
camera (11)
size (6)
usability (6)
price (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 50 reviews of Asus ROG Phone 5. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviews about the durability and battery are on the whole positive. The design and screen also get good views. Views about the reliability and camera are mixed. Some have doubts about the price and size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Asus ROG Phone 5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : GSMArena Team (gsmarena.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 review

Another year, another ROG Phone. Asus has relentlessly been keeping up its efforts to deliver "The ultimate smartphone gaming experience" for four years...

Even more toned-down, but still ROG-inspired gamer's design with great build quality.

No longer backwards compatible with most ROG Phone II or 3 accessories. Available accessory ecosystem is significantly smaller than on previous models

Perhaps Asus is amidst some business "reorientation" here. Shifting focus away from end users and extravagant accessories to capture headlines and laser-focusing on delivering pro tools for the e-sports contestants and organizers exclusively. It seems...

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Andy Boxall (digitaltrends.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 Review: Mighty specs make gaming truly exciting

The Asus ROG Phone 5 has a mighty spec sheet and masses of game-related features, but does all this generate enough excitement to keep us playing? We find out.

Stunning screen ; The best audio on a smartphone today ; Masses of power and ability ; Very fast charging ; Effective, well thought-out gaming features ; Excellent software package

Big and heavy ; Camera doesn't match the competition ; No IP68 water resistance

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Sean Riley (laptopmag.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 review: The ultimate gamer’s phone

Asus ROG Phone 5 is a dream phone for gamers

Unmatched performance on Android ; Excellent battery life ; Beautiful responsive 144Hz display ; Headphone jack with Quad DAC ; Extensive software optimization

No wireless charging ; Weak camera performance ; Poor software support track record

The Asus ROG Phone 5 isn’t trying to compete with traditional flagships, it’s playing a different game —and winning.

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Andrei Frumusanu (anandtech.com)

The ASUS ROG Phone III Review: A 144Hz 6000mAh Beast With Caveats

ASUS's ROG Phones over the last few years have been devices of interesting differentiation, with the company delivering experiences that stood out from the crowd in one way or the other. This year, the new ROG Phone III doesn't quite represent an as...

I don’t see the 999€ or 1099€ variants of the ROG Phone III being worth it, however the 799€ base model should make for a quite balanced phone which shines in terms of battery life, and gives you a great high-refresh rate experience. If you can live...

Aug, 2020

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Expert review by : Radoslav Minkov (phonearena.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate review

With just a few noteworthy changes over the base ROG Phone 5, the limited edition Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is definitely not the phone for most people. But with its striking design, high customizability, an overkill of RAM and limited status, the ROG...

Amazing speakers ; Super-smooth AMOLED screen ; Long battery life and 65W charging ; Highly customizable ; AirTriggers ; Optional ROG gaming accessories ; Striking, stylish design

Limited availability

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Radoslav Minkov (phonearena.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 preview: what to expect

Arguably the most exciting gaming phone of 2021 is on its way! See what you can expect from the Asus ROG Phone 5 here.

Feb, 2021

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Expert review by : Shaurya Shubham (gadgetsnow_com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 Review: The gaming smartphone just got better

what's new with the ROG Phone 5? Does it bring any significant improvement over the ROG Phone 3 or it is just a minor upgrade that can be easily skipped? Let's find out in our in-depth review.

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by : Chester Tan (musicphotolife.com)

ASUS ROG Phone 5 Review: For Gamers and Non-Gamers

ASUS ROG Phone 5 is an upgrade with faster processor, more gaming gesture controls, better sounding speakers, improved cameras.

Excellent performance for gaming and apps More AirTrigger gestures available Good speaker quality Comes with 3.5mm audio jack

Bulky Macro camera is not that usable Accessories from previous ROG Phone models are not compatible Lacks IP-rating

The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a phone designed for mobile gamers with a lot of gesture controls to improve play interaction. Even as a non-gamer, I enjoyed using the ROG Phone 5, because it runs very smoothly, comes with sufficient amount of personalisation,...

Jun, 2021

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Expert review by : Jordan Palmer (tomsguide.com)

Asus ROG Phone 5 review: Over-the-top gaming power

The Asus ROG Phone 5 is an absolute powerhouse of a phone. It's got a big display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a huge battery to power it all.

Superb performance ; Beautiful AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate ; Excellent battery life ; Powerful front-facing speakers

Disappointing night mode ; Bulky and heavy ; “Gamer” aesthetic not for everyone ; No wireless charging

Buy the ROG Phone 5 if you want a mammoth battery that’s incredibly difficult to kill or if you want the peak gaming performance available on Android. It's a true marvel of engineering to be sure. And you get some extra RGB and gamer flair for your...

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Sarthak-Dogra (indiatoday)

Asus ROG Phone 5 review: A hit for gamers with some misses for regular users

Asus has launched its new flagship gaming smartphone named ROG Phone 5. Available at a starting price of Rs 49,999, the device offers top-of-the-line specifications and several additional features for gamers. But does it compare to everything else...

Incredible performance ; Immersive display ; Several gaming features ; High battery life

Less structural integrity ; Bulky, slippery ; Subpar camera

Apr, 2021

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