ASUS 8z vs ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
The ASUS 8z (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate leads — 60/100 vs 54/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the ASUS 8z is noticeably lighter (169g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS 8z
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
What makes ASUS 8z better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 238g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 20/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS 8z vs the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate scores 6 points higher (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate leads (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS 8z significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (68/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS 8z | ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 5.9" | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2448 | 2448x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 65W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | — | 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 11 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×68.5×8.9 mm | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 238 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
ASUS 8z
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
ASUS 8z
- 5.9"
- Resolution: 1080x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS 8z
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS 8z and ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS 8z
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (60/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS 8z significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (68/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS 8z or the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate edges out the ASUS 8z by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS 8z and the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate?
The ASUS 8z has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS 8z or the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate leads on camera score (48/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the ASUS 8z over the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate?
The ASUS 8z is a better fit for active users. The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.