ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+; launch prices were $799 and $1499. Both devices score the same overall rating of 61/100. Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 1,227,639).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 238g vs 247g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1499
- Better camera (48/100 vs 36/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3537
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate received the same MobileRank rating — 61/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads (48/100 vs 36/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate — 32/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100. In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2448x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 12 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IPX4 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 173.0×77.0×10.4 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 247 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 20.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. ASUS ROG Phone 5 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate?
Both devices scored 61/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate (74/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate leads on performance (74/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is a better fit for active users.