ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro 1TB Review 2025 – Best Phone Under ₹1,19,999? Camera, Gaming & Battery Tested

Published On: November 11, 2025

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro Review 2025 – Price in India

The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro 1TB was launched in 2025 and is now available for purchase via ASUS India’s official website and major online retailers. Priced between ₹94,999 – ₹1,19,999 in India, this premium flagship targets hardcore gamers and power users with highlights like Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, 165Hz AMOLED display, and customisable AniMe Vision LED lighting. If you’re looking for a premium gaming smartphone with powerful performance and long battery life, this review will help you decide if the ROG Phone 8 Pro is worth your money in 2025.

Design & Build Quality

Dimensions: 163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight: 225 grams
Build: Glass back, aluminium frame
Finish: Satin-like matte finish
In-hand feel: Premium but slightly heavy
Buttons & Ports: Power and volume buttons, dual USB Type-C ports, 3.5mm audio jack
IP rating: IP68 (dust and water resistant)

ASUS has redesigned the ROG 8 Pro with a minimalist approach, making it 9% lighter and 15% slimmer than its predecessor. The customisable AniMe Vision LED grid on the back (341 mini-LEDs) adds character, showing notifications or animations when the phone is face-down. Its ergonomics are solid, though the weight distribution could improve. The black and white variants both look stunning and professional.

Display

Screen: 6.78-inch Flexible AMOLED
Resolution: FHD+ (2400×1080)
Refresh rate: 165Hz
Brightness: ~1600 nits (peak)
HDR: HDR10+
Touch sampling: 720Hz
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

The ROG Phone 8 Pro offers one of the smoothest displays on any smartphone, with crisp visuals, rich contrast, and accurate colours. The 165Hz refresh rate ensures ultra-fluid scrolling and gaming. However, the screen doesn’t dim as much as desired in dark environments, even with the “Extra Dim” option turned on.

Performance

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
GPU: Adreno 750
RAM: 16GB / 24GB LPDDR5X
Storage: 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0
Antutu Score: ~2,200,000
Gaming: BGMI, CODM, Genshin Impact at 90–120FPS
Thermal Management: Excellent (with AeroActive Cooler)

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 ensures unmatched gaming and multitasking performance. During intensive gaming sessions, including BGMI and Genshin Impact, the phone maintained stable frame rates. The AirTriggers and AeroActive Cooler elevate the experience to console-like levels, keeping temperatures under control even in high ambient heat. It’s a true powerhouse with benchmark scores that beat almost every Android rival.

Camera Review

Camera Type	Specification
Rear Camera	50MP (OIS) + 32MP Telephoto (3x optical zoom) + 13MP Ultra-wide
Front Camera	32MP Wide
Video	8K @24fps, 4K @60fps, 1080p @30fps
Features	Night Mode, Portrait, AI Scene Detection, EIS

Camera Test:

Daylight photos: Excellent detail with balanced colour tones and minimal noise.
Low-light: Decent exposure and colour balance but lacks fine detail on zoom.
Portraits: Good edge detection; facial textures appear soft at times.
Video: Stable at 1080p, less so in 4K.
Selfies: Sharp with natural tones and accurate HDR handling.

Battery & Charging

Capacity: 5500mAh
Screen On Time (SOT): 9–10 hours
Charger: 30W fast charger (in-box, supports 65W)
Full charge: ~50 minutes

Despite reducing from 6000mAh to 5500mAh, battery life remains solid. The included 30W charger fills it up quickly, and with moderate usage, it lasts an entire day easily.

Software & UI

OS: Android 14
UI: ROG UI (near-stock Android)
Bloatware: No
Updates: 3 years Android + 4 years security

ROG UI maintains a clean interface with gaming-focused optimizations via Armoury Crate. AI features are limited, though ASUS includes AI Grabber and scene enhancement tools for games.

Connectivity & Extra Features

5G Bands: SA/NSA (All major Indian bands)
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth: 5.4
GPS: Dual-band
Speakers: Dual stereo with Hi-Res audio
Security: In-display fingerprint, face unlock
Extras: 3.5mm jack, NFC, dual USB-C ports, AirTriggers

Price in India & Variants

Variant	Price in India
16GB + 512GB	₹94,999
24GB + 1TB	₹1,19,999

Availability: ASUS Official Site, Amazon India

Pros & Cons

Pros ✅	Cons ❌
Blazing-fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance	Slightly heavy and bulky
Superb 165Hz AMOLED display	Front camera limited to 1080p @30fps
Excellent cooling and AirTriggers	Missing Gen-AI productivity features
Premium design with AniMe Vision lights	Pricey for non-gamers

Final Verdict

The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is the ultimate gaming smartphone of 2025 — period. It excels in performance, design, and display, while also improving cameras significantly. For gamers and power users, it’s unbeatable. However, if you value AI-driven productivity and camera innovation more, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Pixel 8 Pro may serve you better.

Who should buy?
Gamers, multitaskers, and tech enthusiasts.

Who should skip?
Casual users wanting lightweight phones or wireless charging.

Value for Money Score: ⭐ 8.5/10

FAQs

1. Is ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro good for gaming?
Absolutely. With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, AirTriggers, and 165Hz AMOLED, it’s the best gaming phone in 2025.

2. How many 5G bands does it support?
It supports all major Indian 5G SA/NSA bands.

3. Does it support 4K video recording?
Yes, up to 8K @24fps and 4K @60fps.

4. How is the camera in low light?
Low-light photos are bright with balanced colours but slightly soft on details.

5. Is there expandable storage?
No, but up to 1TB UFS 4.0 storage is available.