Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro vs ROG Phone 6: The Ultimate Gaming Showdown

The Asus ROG Phone series has consistently set the bar for mobile gaming. But with the ROG Phone 6 arriving, is it a worthy upgrade over the already impressive ROG Phone 5s Pro? This comprehensive comparison dives deep into the specs, performance, and features to help you decide which phone deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The ROG Phone 6 boasts a significantly faster Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and improvements to thermal management, resulting in sustained performance. While the 5s Pro remains a capable device with excellent battery life, the 6 offers a noticeable edge for serious gamers willing to pay the premium.

PHONES
Phone Names	Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro	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, August 16	2022, November 17
Status	Available. Released 2021, August 24	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 9.9 mm (6.80 x 3.04 x 0.39 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 (1x2.99 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 stereo speakers (2 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	ZS676KS	-
Price	About 2000 EUR	About 860 EUR

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 110h	-
Loudspeaker	-24.0 LUFS (Very good)	-
Performance	AnTuTu: 743021 (v8), 844901 (v9) GeekBench: 14278 (v4.4), 3672 (v5.1) GFXBench: 58fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	-

Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro

Exceptional battery life
Powerful Snapdragon 888+ chipset
Excellent display
Fast 65W charging
Reverse wired charging

Slightly older chipset compared to the 6
Camera not as advanced as some competitors

Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition

Cutting-edge Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
Improved thermal management
Refined design
Slightly better camera
Fast 65W charging

Higher price
Potentially slightly reduced battery life compared to the 5s Pro

Display Comparison

Both phones feature excellent AMOLED displays with high refresh rates (144Hz). The ROG Phone 6 likely has slightly improved color accuracy and brightness due to advancements in panel technology, though the 5s Pro's 840 nits is already very bright. The ROG Phone 6 also benefits from a more refined display curve.

Camera Comparison

While neither phone is a camera powerhouse, the ROG Phone 6 likely has a slightly improved camera system. Expect better image processing and low-light performance. Both offer similar camera hardware, but software optimizations on the 6 could provide a noticeable difference. The 5s Pro's camera is still perfectly adequate for casual photography.

Performance

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the ROG Phone 6 is a clear winner. It offers a substantial performance boost over the Snapdragon 888+ in the 5s Pro, especially under sustained load. The 6's improved cooling system prevents throttling better, maintaining peak performance for longer gaming sessions. Expect smoother frame rates and faster loading times on the ROG Phone 6.

Battery Life

The ROG Phone 5s Pro shines here. Its endurance rating of 110h is exceptional. While the ROG Phone 6 has a similar battery capacity, the more power-hungry chipset might result in slightly reduced battery life under heavy gaming. Both phones support 65W fast charging, offering quick top-ups.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro? Gamers on a tighter budget who prioritize exceptional battery life and still want a powerful gaming experience. Who should buy the Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition? Dedicated mobile gamers who demand the absolute best performance, appreciate the refined design, and are willing to invest in a top-tier device.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the ROG Phone 6 worth the upgrade from the ROG Phone 5s Pro?

If you're a serious mobile gamer who demands the absolute best performance and appreciates the design improvements, then yes. Otherwise, the 5s Pro remains a very capable device, especially if battery life is a priority.

❓ What is the Diablo Immortal Edition?

The Diablo Immortal Edition is a special version of the ROG Phone 6 featuring a unique design inspired by the popular game, along with exclusive in-game content.