ASUS launches ROG phones 3 in Denmark
2020/07/22
Third-gen gaming smartphones series delivers absolute power with up to the latest Snapdragon 865 Plus, 144 Hz / 1 ms AMOLED display, and monster 6000 mAh battery.
KEY POINTS
- Absolute power: Up to the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 865 Plus 5G mobiles Platform; GameCool 3 cooling system for non-stop gaming power
- Stunning visuals: Immersive gaming with ultra-responsive 144 Hz / 1 ms AMOLED 10-bit display with unprecedented 25 ms touch latency and Delta-E 1
- Monster battery: High-capacity 6000 mAh battery enhanced with multiple advanced power-saving mechanisms to sustain even the longest battles
- Built for gamers, by gamers: Next-gen X Mode software; new AirTrigger 3 with motion sensor; Dirac-tuned GameFX audio system; modular accessory range
July 22, 2020 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the new ROG phones 3 series, the latest generation of the world's most powerful and exciting gaming smartphones. The series includes the flagship ROG phones 3 and the ROG phones 3 Strix Edition.
ROG phones 3 is the most powerful ROG phones ever, using the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 865 Plus 5G mobiles Platform with advanced 5G mobiles communications and Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ capabilities. Featuring the uprated GameCool 3 cooling system, ROG phones 3 is engineered to deliver non-stop, ultrasmooth performance for the ultimate mobiles gaming experience.
A 144 Hz / 1 ms AMOLED 6.59-inch display provides Delta-E color accuracy of less than one to ensure vivid and accurate imagery, and an industry-leading 25-millisecond touch latency allows a near-instant touch response. The 10-bit display also supports HDR10+ high-dynamic range content for ultimate visual realism.
The distinctive ROG phones 3 design retains the core gamer-centric benefits of its predecessors, including the unique side-mounted charging port and a monster 6000 mAh battery. The intuitive AirTrigger 3 system now includes a motion sensor in addition to the programmable ultrasonic touch sensors, giving gamers even more ways to control the action. The X Mode performance-optimization software now supports adjustment of multiple system parameters, making it easier than ever to unlock the full power of ROG phones 3.
The lineup also includes the exciting new ROG phones 3 Strix Edition, which has the same incredible gamer-centric features as ROG phones 3. It's powered by the Snapdragon 865 mobiles Platform with a 256 GB UFS 3.1 ROM and 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM.
Absolute power
ROG phones 3 is the most powerful ROG phones ever, using the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G mobiles Platform, which enables staggering multi-gigabit 5G connectivity and advanced WiFi 6 performance, desktop-level gaming with ultra-realistic graphics,professional-quality high-resolution photography, and intuitive AI experiences. ROG phones 3 also features Snapdragon Elite Gaming, which delivers ultrasmooth HDR gaming experiences with sustained performance for longer periods of time.
With up to 16 GB of the latest LPDDR5 RAM and up to an ultrafast 512 GB UFS 3.1 ROM, ROG phones 3 delivers the ultimate in overall performance, so gamers can enjoy a super-smooth gaming experience with absolutely no limitations or compromises.
The enhanced X Mode performance-optimization software now allows customization of different system parameters to suit any gaming or using scenario. In conjunction with carefully calibrated defaults for optimum performance, it's easier than ever for serious gamers to unlock the full power of ROG phones 3.
The upgraded GameCool 3 cooling system has a redesigned 3D vapor chamber, a large graphite film behind the screen to maximize heat transfer, and an enlarged heat sink that's precisely located to eliminate hotspots. The new cooling system is one of the most effective thermal solutions available on a mobiles device, and can remove and dissipate the heat generated during full-speed operation via specially designed vents in the back cover. This allows ROG phones 3 to easily sustain peak performance during heavy gaming sessions, eliminating throttling to give gamers an expert edge against the competition. For extra cooling during marathon gaming sessions, the new AeroActive Cooler 3 clip-on external fan accessory has been completely redesigned to deliver increased airflow to the hotspots on the casing to lower an astounding amount of heat for greater and longer performance.
Groundbreaking new ROG HyperFusion technology combined with multi-antenna WiFi and 5G allows simultaneous connections to WiFi and the mobiles network, with intelligent redirection to whichever has the best signal. This allows mobiles gamers to enjoy the strongest possible signal at all times for uninterrupted connections.
Stunning visuals
ROG phones 3 is equipped with a stunning 144 Hz / 1 ms AMOLED 10-bit display. It's combined with an industry-leading 270 Hz touch-sampling rate that dramatically decreases touch latency to an unprecedented 25 ms, delivering the extreme responsiveness needed to sustain a winning streak. To ensure that visuals on ROG phones 3 look just like the developer intended, each display is carefully color-calibrated to ensure a Delta-E color accuracy of less than one — making it one of the most color-accurate displays available on a smartphones. There's also HDR10+ high-dynamic range support for enhanced visual realism. To minimize eye strain while delivering impeccable visuals, ROG phones 3 passes TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) and Flicker Reduced certifications.
Monster battery
The monster 6000 mAh battery in ROG phones 3 has stamina that can be relied on for even the longest battles. There are multiple passive power-saving mechanisms, including an exclusive hibernate function that can proactively limit background data and power usage in selected apps. These mechanisms significantly prolong the time between charges and also increase battery lifespan.
Built for gamers, by gamers
Fully immersive gaming with total control is the design goal of ROG phones 3, which retains the pioneering landscape-oriented ergonomic design of its predecessors.
Upgraded AirTrigger 3 technology provides extra-precise ultrasonic touch controls along the edges of the phones. The gesture capabilities of the AirTrigger 3 side sensors have been further enhanced, including a newly added swipe gesture and dual-partition button emulation, giving gamers a console-level gaming experience. There's also a brand-new motion sensor that adds another gesture to the armory, allowing gamers to control the action by shaking the device: it's a whole new way to interact with the device. AirTrigger 3 gives gamers the very best controls available on a gaming smartphones, and sets the ultimate bar for the competition.
The unique side-mounted USB-C® charging port lets users keep their battery topped up without cramping their style while gaming. The port also connects accessories such as the AeroActive Cooler 3, which features a pass-through USB-C connector, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a new kickstand on the back to support ROG phones 3 on a desk or table for a better viewing and gaming experience.
ROG phones 3 also receives a significant upgrade to its audio performance, tuned in collaboration with audio specialist Dirac. There's now a dedicated Game Mode to further enhance in-game sound effects for immersive gameplay. The powerful dual front-facing speakers positioned at the top and bottom of the phones are now more capable of delivering richer and detailed sound, giving perfect stereo imaging in landscape mode. ROG phones 3 also supports Qualcomm aptX™ Adaptive for low-latency high-quality audio over Bluetooth® connections.
ROG phones 3 introduces ROG Connect, a new online social community — built into the Armoury Crate app — that allows ROG phones 3 owners to join and play with friends or squads, or even wow the crowd with their uploaded genius gameplay footage and screenshots. ROG phones 3 gives gamers the very best sharing and community experience.
The unrivaled range of modular accessories for ROG phones 3 includes the new modular ROG Kunai 3 Gamepad which adds physical console-like gamepad controls to ROG phones 3; the new ROG Lighting Armor Case for a stunning appearance; and ROG Clip to attach the phones to selected console controllers for the ultimate mobiles gaming experience. ROG phones 3 can also be expanded to provide true 144 Hz dual-screen gameplay with the new TwinView Dock 3, and the mobiles Desktop Dock allows gamers to connect a desktop keyboard and mouse for a desktop-like gaming experience on an external TV or monitor.
ROG phones 3 is also proudly partnering with Stadia and Unity to establish a truly integrated gaming ecosystem. Together, the partnership aims to build a more complete mobiles gaming experience for today’s gamers by providing their favorite gaming content on the go. In fact, each ROG phones 3 owner will receive 3 months of Google Stadia Pro free of charge.
