It seems like smartphone gaming never really reached its potential, due to lower specs, increased microtransactions, and a lack of controller support.
Can a gaming phone become mainstream?
Asus is trying to change this perception with its ROG (Republic of Gamers) line of smartphones. The trend continues with today's announcement of the ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro.
These are true gaming phones with specs to match. Both phones feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, a 6.78-inch OLED display, 6,000mAh batteries, at least 16GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage.
The OLED display is optimized for gaming, with a 165Hz refresh rate and a 720Hz touch sampling rate, making for high-performance options and lag-free control inputs. These phones are also packed with advanced cooling technology, like a large vapor chamber and an optional Aeroactive Cooler accessory, essentially a clip-on fan/controller hybrid device.
