ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Huawei P50
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Huawei P50 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads — 61/100 vs 54/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,227,639 vs 1,135,878); the Huawei P50 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Huawei P50
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1227639 vs 1135878
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Huawei P50 better?
- Faster charging: 66W vs 65W
- Lighter: 181g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $799
- Better portability (71/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Huawei P50, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 scores 7 points higher (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads (60/100 vs 34/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, Huawei P50 — 22/100; 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 5 and the Huawei P50 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Huawei P50 (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Huawei P50 (60/100 vs 34/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P50 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (71/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Huawei P50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2700x1224 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | HarmonyOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 156.5×73.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 181 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $700 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Huawei P50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Huawei P50
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Huawei P50
- 4100 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Huawei P50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads Huawei P50 by 8.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Huawei P50 was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Huawei P50 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Huawei P50 (89/100 vs 72/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Huawei P50 (60/100 vs 34/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei P50 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (71/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Huawei P50?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 edges out the Huawei P50 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Huawei P50?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Huawei P50 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Huawei P50?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Huawei P50?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei P50 is a better fit for active users.