Lenovo Legion Y90 vs Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate: The Ultimate Gaming Phone Battle
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate edges out the Legion Y90 thanks to its superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, brighter display, and slightly faster charging. While the Y90 is a strong contender, the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate offers a more refined and powerful gaming experience overall.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Lenovo Legion Y90 | Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE (Up to 7CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - China | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, March 01 | 2023, April 13 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 10 | Available. Released 2023, May |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 177 x 78.4 x 10.1 mm (6.97 x 3.09 x 0.40 in) | 173 x 77 x 10.3 mm (6.81 x 3.03 x 0.41 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 252 g (8.89 oz) | 239 g (8.43 oz) |
| Built-in two cooling fans RGB light panel (on the back) 4 ultrasonic buttons (Gaming triggers) | Built-in motorized cooling air vent (AeroActive Portal) IP54 water resistant 2" OLED display (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels (~388 ppi density) | 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.92 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~81.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 740 |
| OS | Android 12, ZUI 13 | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 640GB 18GB RAM | 512GB 16GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 640GB (512GB UFS + 128GB SSD) | UFS 4.0 NTFS support for external storage | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | 64 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.32", 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, 120˚ (ultrawide) | - |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | - | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ rec. | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | Panorama, HDR |
| Single | 16 MP | 32 MP, f/2.5, 29mm (wide), 1/3.2", 0.7µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| 35mm jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers) |
| - | 32-bit/384kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | 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 Gen2, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1 (side), DisplayPort 1.4; USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 68W wired, 100% in 35 min | 65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 100% in 42 min 10W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5600 mAh | Li-Po 6000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Gray | Storm White |
| Models | L71061 | - |
| Price | About 570 EUR | About 780 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 131h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -25.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 1325105 (v9) GeekBench: 5139 (v5.5), 5567 (v6) GFXBench: 107fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Lenovo Legion Y90
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Excellent cooling system
- Potentially more affordable
- Fast 68W charging
- Older chipset compared to ROG Phone 7
- Display brightness likely lower
- Camera details limited
Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset
- Brighter and higher contrast display
- Reverse wired charging
- Refined gaming ecosystem
- Higher price point
- Charging speed slightly slower than Y90
- Design may not appeal to everyone
Display Comparison
The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate boasts a significantly brighter display at 1095 nits compared to the Legion Y90 (spec not available, assumed lower). The ROG Phone 7’s infinite contrast ratio also suggests superior image quality. While the Y90 likely has a high refresh rate, the ROG Phone 7’s overall display quality is a clear advantage.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are marketed primarily for gaming, so camera performance isn't the primary focus. However, the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate likely has a more refined camera system, offering better image processing and video recording capabilities. Detailed camera specs are missing for both, making a definitive comparison difficult.
Performance
The ROG Phone 7 Ultimate’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 provides a noticeable performance boost over the Y90’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. This translates to smoother gameplay, faster load times, and better multitasking. Both phones offer excellent cooling systems, but the Gen 2’s efficiency gives the ROG Phone 7 an edge.
Battery Life
Both phones boast impressive endurance ratings of 131 hours. While the numbers are the same, the ROG Phone 7’s more efficient chipset might translate to slightly better real-world battery life. The ROG Phone 7 also offers 10W reverse wired charging, a useful feature for topping up accessories.
Buying Guide
The Lenovo Legion Y90 is ideal for gamers seeking a more budget-friendly option with a focus on raw power and cooling. The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is for serious gamers who demand the absolute best performance, display quality, and a comprehensive gaming ecosystem.