Asus ROG Phone 7

Asus ROG Phone 7

Asus ROG Phone 7 price in Kenya is Kes 160,500 The handset was released in May 2023 and is now available at Phoneplace Kenya. It weighs 239g and measures 239g. Phone 7’s body is made of a Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), and aluminum frame, all curved up in a sleek, ergonomic design.

Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) makes GSM connectivity possible, besides being IP54, dust and splash-resistant rated. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak), with 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) resolution, all protected by the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

ROG Phone 7 runs on Android 13 OS and is powered by an Octa-core Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) processor, anchored by 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM (No MicroSD). Capture awesome pictures and 1080p videos with the 12MP selfie camera and 8K with the 48MP + 12MP primary set of cameras.

Connectivity on the smartphone is 5G network-enabled, Bluetooth v5.3, Wi-Fi, NFC, USB Type-C 3.1 (side), DisplayPort 1.4; USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), and OTG. Powering Sony Xperia 5 V is Li-Po 5,000mAh, non-removable, recharged through wireless support, and 65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 100% in 42 min. The handset is available at Phoneplace Kenya in Phantom Black and Storm White.

Unique Selling Points

• Asus ROG Phone 7 has excellent Android implementation, unparalleled game tweaks, control mapping, and performance options. Notably, it has two major OS updates and four years of security updates.
• The primary camera record high-quality 8K Videos
• Handset comes with Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers)
• It is IP54 and dust and splash resistant, reducing the risk of water and splashes that would otherwise damage the handset.
• Powerful Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset great for gaming and intensive tasks
• Large 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM storage specifications, ideal for gaming and ample file storage.
• Fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse charging.
• Large capacity battery (6000mAh) ideal for gaming due to battery longevity.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Specifications and Features

Brand	Asus
Name	ROG Phone 7
Weight	239g
Size	173 x 77 x 10.3 mm
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
Color	Phantom Black, Storm White.
SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Waterproof	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Display	Size: 6.78 inches Type: AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak) Resolution: 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) Protector: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Processor	Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) CPU: Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) GPU: Adreno 740
Operating System	Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Memory	·       256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM ·       UFS 4.0 ·       NTFS support for external storage
Camera	Selfie Camera Lens: 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9″, 1.25µm Features: HDR Video Capture: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS Main Camera 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro)Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama Video Recording: 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+
Communication	3.5mm jack, 24-bit/192kHz audio  Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers)
Connectivity	Network GSM/ HSPA/LTE/5G 2G, 3G,4G,5G Bands HSPA, LTE-A (Up to 7CA), 5Gnetwork speed WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive NFC USB: USB Type-C 3.1 (side), DisplayPort 1.4; USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery	Type: Li-Po 6000 mAh, non-removable Fast charging: 65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 100% in 42 min 10W Wireless charging 10W reverse wired
Price	Kes 95,000

Design and Build

Featuring bold slash graphics and an eye-catching two-tone color scheme with translucent layered elements, ROG Phone 7 dares you to be the center of attention. Sleek, bold, and daring, the handset stands out, maybe promising things to come. A darling for gamers, it weighs 239g and measures 173 x 77 x 10.3 mm. Notably, it is a massive, heavy smartphone packed with many unique features, making it one of the best gaming handsets in 2023.

Display

The handset features a 6.78 inch AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), and 1500 nits (peak) display. The ROG Phone 7 uses a 165 Hz Samsung AMOLED display with a 720 Hz touch-sampling rate and a Delta-E < 1 color accuracy for superb visuals to keep pace with the fastest action. Asus also increased the brightness to 1,500 nits for easier viewing when you’re outside. It’s a display without comparison, especially with the immersive 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) resolution. DC dimming technology helps regulate the amount of blue light and enables comfortable, safe viewing even during prolonged viewing time. Capping it up is the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, which helps protect the screen.

Endless colour

Fire up the Aura RGB lighting on ROG Phone 7 and let your true spirit run wild. Personalize the ROG Fearless Eye dot-matrix logo to your taste with a unique two-color gradient, or match your mood with the vast choice of solid colors or preset lighting schemes. Enjoy up to 16.77 million color combinations, and eight mood lighting presets.

Ray Tracing

Thanks to Qualcomm technology, the ROG Phone 7 supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing. For supported games, you can enjoy hyper-realistic reflections — particularly on water and metal surfaces — that add a new dimension to your gaming experience.

High, non-compromised performance

Power packed Processor

ROG Phone 7 is built without compromises, unleashing the incredible gaming power of the flagship 3.2 GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, which is 15% faster and 15% more power-efficient than the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 on the ROG Phone 6. It is paired with 8533 Mbps LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 ROM, which is twice as fast as UFS 3.0. The unrivaled Armoury Crate performance manager further enhances this power, giving you precise control over performance and tuning settings.

The powerful processor and high processing output are complemented by an impressive 256GB, 12GB RAM, and 512GB 16GB RAM storage (no microSD). Regarding gaming, downloading large files and gearing up for high-setting games is a concern. Phone 7 is good to go all the way.

Thermal Cooling

The upgraded GameCool 7 thermal system in the ROG Phone 7 is the best yet, cooling the CPU from all directions. It uses a three-pronged approach.

• First, for short sessions, the Boron Nitride (BN) thermal compound on one side of the CPU reduces throttling.
• Secondly, mid-length sessions are taken care of by the bigger vapor chamber and graphite sheets on the other side of the CPU.
• Finally, for marathon sessions, the AeroActive Cooler 7 — with its fan positioned right over the CPU module — kicks into play for AI-powered active cooling, featuring a Peltier element for extra cooling performance.

Rapid-cycle Vapor Chamber

The new ROG Rapid-Cycle vapor chamber has specially designed conduits that quickly channel condensing water back to the chamber’s center, increasing cooling efficiency. Six liquid-return channels work as a mini highway for condensed water, and the trident-shaped wick columns on the long edges of the chamber improve efficiency.

AeroActive Cooler 7

The AeroActive Cooler 7 features an improved fan with more blades for higher back pressure and a built-in thermoelectric Peltier, which is fantastic for maximum cooling power. The revolutionary ‘DualCool’ design ensures that the front of the cooler is also kept at a comfortable temperature for your hands.

Entertainment

Audio:  Portable Theatre on the go

You have never experienced a phone that sounds as good as the ROG Phone 7. Its twin front-firing 12 x 16 mm speakers have 50% more effective volume and result in 20% stronger bass performance. Aided by the five-magnet, super-linear 13 x 38 mm subwoofer in the AeroActive 7 cooler, the bass performance is up to 77% stronger, delivering unbeatable 2.1 sound for games or entertainment.

Headphones Audio

If analog, USB-C, or wireless headphones are your go-to audio choice, you will love the Asus ROG Phone 7. From its 3.5 mm headphone jack to its Dirac Virtuo theatre-like spatial sound, it has all the technology for all sound. Qualcomm aptX and aptX Lossless support ensure super-low latency and high-fidelity Bluetooth audio, so whatever your listening choice, your ears will thank you for the ROG Phone 7.

Gaming

Control

The renowned AirTrigger ultrasonic controls give you unmatched fingertip control over your games for a console-like experience. They support various gestures, including Dual Action, Press and Lift, and Gyroscope Aiming. Take complete control with the ROG Phone 7!

Vibrations

The ROG Phone 7 has an X-axis linear motor that provides powerful haptic feedback, taking you into the heart of the action.

Built for Gamers

The ROG Phone 7 includes powerful software features that give you a gaming experience.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Ready

Asus Rog Phone 7 is Wi-Fi 7 ready. The latest Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) brings you up to 320 MHz channels, and Multi-Link Operation means you can connect to different frequency bands at the same time! HyperFusion boosts your internet connection speed by combining 4G/5G cellular connections and WiFi.

GSM

The handset supports up to 5G bands

Battery

For maximum on-the-go enjoyment, the ROG Phone 7 has a monster 6000 mAh battery and a powerful 65-watt HyperCharge USB PD charger that can top it up to 100% in as little as 42 minutes. It also has advanced features such as Steady Charging to control the charging speed and Bypass Charging, which pauses charging while gaming. The result is longer battery life and an improved battery lifespan.

Pros and Cons of Asus ROG Phone 7

Pros

• 5G Connectivity
• Comes with a 3.5mm jack port, significant to those addicted to wired gaming headsets
• Long battery life and fast charging support
• The massive battery can charge your hands through reverse charging.
• Amazing Audio ability on the Asus ROG Phone 7
• Great cooling system
• The ROG Vision screen is fun to experience
• It comes with multiple USB-C ports
• The AirTriggers help improve gaming controls when you are immersed
• AeroActive Cooler 7 now cools the front of the device and has a built-in subwoofer.

Cons

• Highly priced
• ROG Phone 7 is a massive phone, bulky and heavy, which might not appeal to some customers
• It has a lot of features that require you to explore and discover
• No Telephoto and zooming lens
• Only 2 Android OS upgrades available
• The bezels on Phone 7 are noticeable
• AeroActive Cooler 7 is now required to make the most of the available hardware, and it does not come up.

Alternative Handsets

• Google Pixel 8
• Red Magic 8 Pro
• Vivo V29
• Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

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