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ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs ASUS ROG Phone 6: Which One Should You Buy?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Asus · 2021

ASUS ROG Phone 5

ASUS ROG Phone 5
87/ 100
Launch price$999
Asus · 2022

ASUS ROG Phone 6

ASUS ROG Phone 6
90/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

ASUS ROG Phone 6 wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

ASUS ROG Phone 5
ASUS ROG Phone 5
1 win
ASUS ROG Phone 6
ASUS ROG Phone 6
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
ASUS ROG Phone 5ASUS ROG Phone 6
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedASUS ROG Phone 6
    90
    95
  • CameraASUS ROG Phone 6
    84
    88
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieASUS ROG Phone 5
    76
    60
  • BatteryTie
    98
    98
  • DisplayASUS ROG Phone 6
    92
    96
  • ConnectivityASUS ROG Phone 6
    75
    88
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 144 Hz
  • ASUS ROG Phone 5 is lighter238 g vs 239 g
  • ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a sharper selfie camera24 MP vs 12 MP
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E vs Wi-Fi 6
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy ASUS ROG Phone 5
  • ✓1 g lighter (238 g), easier to hold
  • ✓64 MP main camera
  • ✓6.78" display at 144 Hz
Reasons to buy ASUS ROG Phone 6
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.78" display at 165 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationASUS ROG Phone 5ASUS ROG Phone 6
1. Display & Screen🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 6 Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.78"6.78"
Resolution & Density2448x1080 (395 ppi)2448x1080 (395 ppi)
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion165 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peak1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 6 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 888 (5nm)Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 660Adreno 730
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 6 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, Sony IMX68650 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX766
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.413 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens24 MP, f/2.512 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 5 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions172.8 x 77.3 x 10.3 mm173 x 77 x 10.4 mm
Weight238 g239 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIPX4
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging65W wired fast charging65W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-C 3.1
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$999$999
Our verdict

ASUS ROG Phone 6 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100

After comparing all the specs, ASUS ROG Phone 6 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 87.0 and Smoother display: 165Hz refresh rate vs 144Hz.

Buy ASUS ROG Phone 5 if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP

Buy ASUS ROG Phone 6 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 87.0 · Smoother display: 165Hz refresh rate vs 144Hz

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Common questions

Which is better: ASUS ROG Phone 5 or ASUS ROG Phone 6?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to ASUS ROG Phone 5 (87.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 87.0 and Smoother display: 165Hz refresh rate vs 144Hz.

What are the main battery and display differences between ASUS ROG Phone 5 and ASUS ROG Phone 6?

ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. ASUS ROG Phone 6 has a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

How do ASUS ROG Phone 5 and ASUS ROG Phone 6 compare for speed?

ASUS ROG Phone 5 scores 90/100 for performance; ASUS ROG Phone 6 scores 95/100.

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