Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
$699
Overview
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2021 with a 6.78-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 888 chipset, 64 main camera, and 6000 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $699, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
The display of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro measures 6.78 inches with AMOLED technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2448 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro features 3 rear cameras: 64 main, 13MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 4320p.
The battery of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro has 6000mAh capacity with 65 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 80 min minutes.
The performance of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset with Adreno 660 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1130 single-core and 3700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 907700.
The memory of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro offers 18GB RAM with 512GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5 technology. Storage is UFS 3.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro weighs 238g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP54. Dimensions measure 172.8 x 77.3 x 9.9 mm.
The software of Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro runs Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, ROG UI with ROG UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
Yes, Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 888 chipset and 144Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro has IP54 protection against dust and water.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro has a 6000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro at $699 is a premium mid-range device offering 6000mAh battery, Snapdragon 888. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro supports 65 wired charging with full charge in approximately 80 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro is available in 512GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro has a 6.78-inch AMOLED with 144Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro in Category Rankings
See how Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro ranks in these categories:
Best Battery Phones
Equipped with 6000mAh battery
Fast Charging Phones
Supports 65 fast charging
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Snapdragon 888
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Premium Mid-Range Phones
Premium value at $699
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 10 wireless charging
Phones Under $1000
Priced at $699
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.78"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Snapdragon 888
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 3CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, August 24 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $999 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 172.8 x 77.3 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 238 |
| Build Materials | Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Matte White"] |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Advanced |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.78 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2448 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 15:34 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 300 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, ROG UI |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 888 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex X1 3.0GHz + 3x Cortex A78 2.42GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 660 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 26 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 580 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X60 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1130 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 907700 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 18GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 512GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.73" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX686 Exmor RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 125° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 4320p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 24 |
| Sensor Size | 24 MP |
| Aperture | f/2.5 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers) |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 4 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | ESS Sabre ES9280AC Pro |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 6000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 65 |
| Wired Standard | PD3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 40 min |
| Full Charge Time | 80 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | 10 |
| Charger in Box | 65 |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, ROG UI |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ROG UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App locker, Privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification, color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB-C cable, Aero case, AeroActive Cooler 5, ROG Kunai 3 Gamepad, documentation |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro Review: A Flagship Worth Considering
Our comprehensive review of the Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. This flagship delivers on its promises.
- + Excellent AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate
- + Powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset for smooth performance
- - Limited water resistance
- - No expandable storage