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Asus ROG Phone 9 FE

Specifications

Asus ROG Phone 9 FE
Asus ROG Phone 9 FE (ROG Phone 9 Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 8 x 2.3 - 3.3 GHz, Cortex-X4 / A720 / A720 / A520 (Kryo)
Graphics adapter
Memory
16 GB 
Display
6.78 inch 20:9, 2400 x 1080 pixel 388 PPI, Capacitive, AMOLED, glossy: yes, 185 Hz
Storage
256GB
Connections
USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3.5mm, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Sensors: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Networking
802.11 a/​b/​g/​n/​ac/​ax/​be (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 5.4, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.9 x 163.8 x 76.8 ( = 0.35 x 6.45 x 3.02 in)
Battery
5500 mAh
Operating System
Android 15
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix (f/1.9, 24mm) + 13MP (f/2.2, 13mm) + 5MP (f/2.4)
Secondary Camera: 32 MPix f/2.5, 22mm
Additional features
Keyboard: OnScreen
Weight
225 g ( = 7.94 oz / 0.5 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Price comparison

Reviews for the Asus ROG Phone 9 FE

ROG Phone 9 FE review – superb value for RM2,999
Source: NLT English
Finally – the question of why this phone exists? Well, I also asked the same question and I thought the phone was unnecessary, until I knew the price. At just RM2,999, you can get this ROG Phone 9 FE. I mean, it’s quite a good deal considering that it comes with the features of the ROG Phone 9, but with the specs of the ROG Phone 8. Yet the price is way lower than expected. As far as I know, there are other promos in the mix as well – making this phone a fantastic deal to those who are eyeing to get the ROG Phone but don’t really vibe with the price. Plus, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 can run at its full potential on the ROG Phone 9 FE – and the performance gap when compared to the 8 Elite is not as significant. That just makes the ROG Phone 9 FE an even better deal, in my opinion.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/21/2025
Asus ROG Phone 9 FE Smartphone Review
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
Undoubtedly, the Asus ROG Phone 9 FE stands out as an astounding option if you want a high-performance smartphone. Moreover, the device is launched at a competitive price, which could pose tough competition to ZTE Red Magic series phones. The phone offers a powerful chipset, generous battery life, and an immersive viewing experience that every gamer demands. It runs smoothly with top-tier games like Final Fantasy, Fortnite, Genshin Impact, and so on. Though the camera setup has its shortcomings, it works fantastic in well-lit conditions. At the same time, fast charging paired with a long-lasting battery is something everyone wants. Long story short, if you prioritize high performance and stunning visuals, this phone would be a safe bet.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/11/2025

Foreign Reviews

Asus ROG Phone 9 FE - recenzja, test, opinia i dane techniczne
Source: Unite4buy Turkish PL→EN
Positive: Premium design; metal case; waterproof IP68; great AMOLED display; powerful hardware; high gaming performance; long battery life; quick 65W charging; good cooling system; stereo speakers; headphone jack; 5G; NFC module. Negative: Unsupported wireless charging; lack of MicroSD card slot; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/06/2025

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 750: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets that is integrated within the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. Qualcomm claims that it is 25% faster than the Adreno 7340 in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and first benchmarks show that the GPU can beat the Apple A17 Pro iGPU. 

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SD 8 Gen 3: High-end SoC for smartphones that was introduced in late 2022 with a fast prime core based on a ARM Cortex-X3 architecture clocked at up to 3.2 GHz. Two more performance cores are based on the A715 and also support only 64 bit applications. The two additional A710 cores support also 32 bit applications as do the power saving Cortex-A510 cores. In addition to the processor cores, the SoC integrates a WiFi 7 modem, a Hexagon DSP (for AI acceleration) and a Spectra ISP. The integrated memory controller supports fast LPDDR5x memory with up to 4,200 MHz. 5G is included in the chip with the Snapdragon X70 modem.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.78":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2025-03-27 (Update: 2025-03-27)