ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs Redmi K70 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K70 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1376 and $465. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5000); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 2,486,114); the Redmi K70 Pro is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
Redmi K70 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 2486114
- Better Geekbench Single: 3211 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10106 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Redmi K70 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $465 vs $1376
- Better camera (58/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs the Redmi K70 Pro, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads (93/100 vs 83/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100, Redmi K70 Pro — 68/100; 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 9 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Redmi K70 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (51/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | Redmi K70 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3290813 | 2486114 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3211 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10106 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1376 | $465 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K70 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K70 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and Redmi K70 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Redmi K70 Pro by 32.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $911. Redmi K70 Pro was $911 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Redmi K70 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (51/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Redmi K70 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro edges out the Redmi K70 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Redmi K70 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K70 Pro — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Redmi K70 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro over the Redmi K70 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K70 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.