Mobile games have a pretty sour reputation in the minds of many gamers, but that could soon change thanks to developments in the phone industry. With phones becoming more powerful, gamers could soon see console-quality experiences on their mobile devices, and Asus' ROG Phone 3 packs the specs to move closer to that reality, offering all sorts of perks for gamers on the go.
The ROG Phone 3 packs a 6.59 inch OLED screen with a 144 Hz refresh rate and a 1 ms response time, specs that are quickly becoming the standard on some high-end gaming monitors. That sort of display will give big advantages to fans of games like Call of Duty: Mobile, where refresh rates and response times will matter the most.
Of course, the specs don't stop with the display. The ROG Phone 3 also sports a Snapdragon 865 Plus and support for 5G speeds. For those looking to start streaming their games, 5G speeds are a major benefit, as it more closely resembles a fiber internet connection than it does traditional mobile speeds, which have been lackluster in many areas.
Beyond raw specs, the ROG Phone 3 includes features tailored towards gamers, like a USB-C port on the side designed to keep cables 0ut of the way while gaming in landscape mode. There are also pressure-sensitive touch sensors around the edge of the device designed to mimic console controller shoulder buttons, which have been featured on phones in the past, but Asus claims to have improved for the ROG Phone 3.
The phone will also support Google Stadia, which hasn't been a popular service but is showing signs of improvement thanks to partnerships with companies like Ubisoft. With 5G speeds on the devices, numerous supported peripherals, and game streaming as a supported feature, the phone is a solid option for those looking to upgrade their phones, but wanting to avoid brands like Samsung and Apple.
The ROG Phone 3 is set to launch in September, though Asus hasn't revealed the cost of the device just yet. The ROG Phone 2 launched at $899.99, but fans might want to expect a higher launch price due to the increase in specs.
Source: The Verge