ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 71/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5165); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5165 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $830 vs $999
- Better camera (57/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 3 points higher (74/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (64/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $830 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by 0.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (57/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (64/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on camera score (57/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.