ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs OnePlus Ace 6
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads — 73/100 vs 61/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,332,530 vs 1,227,639); the OnePlus Ace 6 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
OnePlus Ace 6
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3332530 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 213g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the OnePlus Ace 6 scores 12 points higher (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, OnePlus Ace 6 — 74/100; 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 OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (79/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (48/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 3332530 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $399 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 63.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus Ace 6 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (92/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (79/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (48/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 5 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on performance (92/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.