Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition: The Ultimate Showdown

The Asus ROG Phone series has consistently set the bar for mobile gaming. Now, we're pitting the ROG Phone 5 Ultimate against the ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition to see which reigns supreme. Both offer incredible power, but significant upgrades differentiate the newer model. Let's dive in!

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition wins, primarily due to its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset offering noticeably improved performance and efficiency. While the 5 Ultimate remains a powerhouse, the 6’s advancements in processing and thermal management make it the superior choice for demanding gamers.

PHONES
Phone Names	Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate	Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - A version, C version
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71 - A version
5G bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - A version
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 1400/150 Mbps, 5G 4 Gbps DL	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	-	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - C version

Launch
Announced	2021, March 10	2022, November 17
Status	Available. Released 2021, June 07	Available. Released 2022, November 18

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
Dimensions	172.8 x 77.3 x 10.3 mm (6.80 x 3.04 x 0.41 in)	173 x 77 x 10.4 mm (6.81 x 3.03 x 0.41 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	238 g (8.40 oz)	239 g (8.43 oz)
	Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) Touch sensor; ROG Vision monochrome PMOLED display (on the back)	IPX4 water resistant Illuminated RGB logo (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution	1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density)	1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density)
Size	6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio)	6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 660	Adreno 730
OS	Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, ROG UI	Android 12

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	512GB 18GB RAM	512GB 16GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	UFS 3.1 NTFS support for external storage

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 11mm, 125˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro)	50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro)
Video	8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS	8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 4K@120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+

Selfie camera
Features	Panorama, HDR	Panorama, HDR
Single	24 MP, f/2.5, 27mm (wide), 0.9µm	12 MP, 28mm (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with DTS:X stereo speakers (2 dedicated amplifiers)	Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers)
	24-bit/192kHz audio	32-bit/384kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector	USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 70% in 30 min, 100% in 52 min 10W reverse wired	65W wired, PD3.0, QC5 10W reverse wired
Type	Li-Po 6000 mAh	Li-Po 6000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Matte White	Hellfire Red
Models	ZS673KS, ZS673KS-1B063IN, I005DC	-
Price	About 1300 EUR	About 860 EUR

Asus ROG Phone 5 Ultimate

Excellent performance
High refresh rate display
Fast charging
Good battery life
Reverse wired charging

Older chipset
Camera performance could be better
Design is somewhat dated

Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition

Superior performance (Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1)
Improved thermal management
Slightly better display
Refined design
Good battery life

Higher price
Camera still not a priority
Diablo Immortal Edition branding may not appeal to everyone

Display Comparison

Both phones feature excellent AMOLED displays with high refresh rates (144Hz). The ROG Phone 6 boasts a slightly brighter display and improved color accuracy, offering a marginally better visual experience. The 5 Ultimate's display is still fantastic, but the 6 has a slight edge.

Camera Comparison

While neither phone prioritizes camera quality, the ROG Phone 6 features a slightly improved camera system with better image processing. Both offer decent image quality in good lighting conditions, but struggle in low light. The ROG Phone 6's video recording capabilities are also slightly better.

Performance

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the ROG Phone 6 provides a significant performance boost over the Snapdragon 888 in the 5 Ultimate. Expect smoother gameplay, faster load times, and better multitasking on the ROG Phone 6. Thermal management is also improved, preventing throttling during extended gaming sessions.

Battery Life

Both phones have a 6000mAh battery, offering excellent battery life. However, the ROG Phone 6's more efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 allows it to squeeze out slightly more usage per charge. Charging speeds are identical at 65W.

Buying Guide

The ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a great option for gamers on a tighter budget who still want a top-tier gaming experience. The ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition is ideal for those who demand the absolute best performance, appreciate the refined design, and are willing to pay a premium for it.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the ROG Phone 6 worth the upgrade from the ROG Phone 5 Ultimate?

If you're a serious gamer who demands the absolute best performance and appreciates the design improvements, then yes. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is a significant upgrade. However, the 5 Ultimate is still a very capable device, and the upgrade might not be worth it for casual gamers.

❓ What is the Diablo Immortal Edition?

The Diablo Immortal Edition is a special edition of the ROG Phone 6 featuring a unique design inspired by the popular game. It also includes in-game items and accessories.