ASUS as one of the leading brands in the technology industry, has inscribed its name in history with a series of sophisticated gaming products that have captivated the hearts of gaming fans around the world. Now, the gaming brand owned by Asus has surprised fans again with their latest launch, namely ASUS ROG Phone 7, in Indonesia.

The launch of the Asus ROG Phone 7 proves once again that ASUS remains the king in the realm of smartphone gaming in Indonesia. Armed with the latest innovations and leading technology, the Asus ROG Phone 7 has captured the public's attention and created a sensation in the gaming community. The greatness of this series is mainly supported by the presence of the latest chipset from Qualcomm, namely Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. This sophisticated chipset provides increased performance compared to the previous series, creating an extraordinary and responsive gaming experience.

However, the main attraction of ASUS ROG Phone 7 lies in its exclusive gaming features. Unlike other gaming smartphones that use the same chipset, ASUS has also embedded a variety of superior features that make it stand out from its competitors.

So it just so happened that the writer had the opportunity from ASUS Indonesia to review ROG Phone 7 for almost two weeks. Curious about what performance and advantages it has? Does the ROG Phone 7 series get an upgrade from the previous series? Instead of being curious, here are reviews that you can see for those who plan to buy this gaming smartphone.

Unboxing

The version that I got is ROG Phone 7 with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory. Inside the box is the ROG Phone 7 device which has the dominant black color and is again covered with a material that is quite sturdy like the previous generation. There's something different when unboxing ROG Phone 7, because ASUS provides a first-time user experience with really cool animations and blaring speakers.

Overall, the contents of the ROG Phone 7 box include:

• Unit ROG Phone 7
• Charger 65 Watt + USB Type-C
• AeroCase
• Wired Earphone

Design 

The front of ROG Phone 7 is almost the same as the previous generation, where the screen still leaves bezels on the forehead and chin. Because the rest of the bezel is indeed very effective for resting your thumb while playing. The landscape of the ROG Phone 7 screen is also the same as the previous generation, which is 6.78 inches.

Apart from that, the placement of the speaker grill position is still the same which is located at the end of the screen bezel. Even the placement of the front camera and sensors is still the same and has not changed from the previous series.

Meanwhile, on the back, ASUS added Aura RGB lighting with the usual ROG logo. For the non-Ultimate version, there is no ROG Vision. Besides the logo, there is an Aura Glow with straight lines. Apart from being an aesthetic that seems luxurious, this RGB lighting can also function as a notification or marker when X Mode is running.

The rear camera configuration on ROG Phone 7 is also almost the same as ROG Phone 6, which still uses a three-camera configuration that is in one prominent frame and an LED flash.

The physical design of ROG Phone 7 has actually been designed with full attention to user comfort. Futuristic appearance with a touch of modern gaming aesthetics makes it a special attraction. Ergonomic back side provides a steady and steady grip while playing.

On the right side of the body, the top and bottom ends, also still provide the AirTrigger feature. On the bottom side there is also a USB-C port that accompanies the audio jack hole. Meanwhile, on the left side there is a USB port and magnetic contacts for docking or attaching ASUS ROG Phone 7 gamepad accessories. This ensures that the design and appearance of ROG Phone 7 are still similar to the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro series that the author has discussed. At the top, you can only find one antenna line and a directional microphone hole.

The Savage Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Chipset

ROG Phone 7 offers excellent performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 which increases speed up to 15% and saves power up to 15% compared to the previous generation. With support for RAM LPDDR5X 8,533 Mbps up to 16 GB (in the unit the author reviewed, the 8 GB version), as well as 512 GB UFS 4.0 ROM which is two times faster than UFS 3.0, this device is ready to provide an unparalleled gaming experience.

In terms of cooling, ROG Phone 7 is supported by the advanced GameCool 7 thermal system and ROG custom tuning. This ensures a smooth mobile gaming experience, is efficient in power consumption, and provides an outstanding cooling solution with increased heat dissipation efficiency of up to 168%. Users can play games comfortably without worrying about overheating the device. ROG Phone 7 is here as the answer for gamers who want extraordinary performance in mobile gaming with the best quality and reliability.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset which is embedded in ROG Phone 7 is also claimed to have a unique feature, namely support for the ray tracing feature. Ray tracing is a visual technology that uses lighting to give a more realistic feel to video games. Ray tracing on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is claimed to make games look more realistic.

The ray tracing technology that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset brings to ROG Phone 7, is produced from special hardware, not using software. can display a more natural visualization of light when playing games. For example, when displaying shadows or reflections of objects while on the water in a game. Moreover, ROG Phone 7 already supports a resolution of 2448x1080 which is a requirement for the ray tracing feature to work properly.

Stunning Screen Enhancements

ROG Phone 7 features a stunning 1ms AMOLED HDR10+ screen with a size of 6.78 inches and a resolution of 2448x1080 (395 pixels per inch) and a refresh rate of up to 165Hz. The screen also offers "touch sampling" at 720Hz and a touch latency of just 23ms, provides very fast responsiveness, and supports SDR and HDR.

Not only does it have an amazing color gamut, this phone is truly a favorite choice, especially for gamers and content creators. With support for DCI-P3 111.23%, sRGB 150.89%, and Delta E <1, as well as a contrast ratio of up to 1,000,000:1, the ROG Phone 7 screen offers a sharp and accurate display. Users can enjoy an unparalleled visual experience.

The most striking difference that distinguishes the ROG Phone 7 screen from the previous generation is the extraordinary brightness level of up to 1500 nits. This means gamers can clearly see the screen in bright ambient conditions, such as in bright sunlight or in overly bright environments. The gaming experience presented by ROG Phone 7 is truly unwavering and amazing.

Loud Speaker Sound

The ROG Phone line is known as a smartphone with extraordinary speaker quality. It is evident that several reviewers will agree with the audio quality possessed by this gaming smartphone. The sound produced feels more bassy and denser, so you will feel the speaker's sound which really spoils your ears.

This will also provide an audio listening experience and in-game effects that are more pleasing to the ear. This is because ASUS has collaborated with an audio company called DIRAC to create an audio speaker for ROG Phone 7. DIRAC itself is a well-known audio manufacturing company and there is no doubt about the quality of each product.

A Reliable Camera

ROG Phone 7, as a gaming smartphone, still offers a capable camera, even though it's not a top priority. With a 50MP main camera using a Sony IMX766 Quad Bayer sensor, a 13MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 5MP macro camera, the resulting photos are quite impressive.

Don't underestimate the front camera, because with 32MP capabilities and the same Quad Bayer technology, ROG Phone 7 shows admirable camera performance. This makes it still worthy of being a daily driver smartphone for many users, except for those who prefer smartphones that are thinner.

According to the author, the ROG Phone 7's camera capabilities have been satisfactory, especially considering the price it offers as a gaming smartphone. The resulting photo quality is indeed very good for the needs of daily use and street photography, even though it is not equipped with special camera features.

Here are some examples of photos taken using ROG Phone 7:

Fitur Hebat yang Mendukung Pengalaman Gaming

ROG Phone 7 has a variety of gaming support features that make it unmatched by its competitors. One of them is AirTrigger, which works like the R1+L1 buttons and offers many usage modes and configurations for different games.

AirTrigger on ROG Phone 7 supports nine gestures or movements, including tap, horizontal and vertical slide, swipe, dual partition, dual control and dual action, press and lift, and gyroscope. This feature provides more precise and comfortable gaming control, enhancing the quality of the gaming experience.

Not only that, ROG Phone 7 also offers a Vibration Mapping feature for a more immersive gaming experience. Users can adjust the vibration effect in certain areas of the phone, creating a more realistic effect when playing.

The Game Genie overlay dashboard is still present, providing quick access to various other features on the Asus ROG Phone, including the macro feature that can be used for auto-combat. The Background Mode feature also allows the game to continue running with all the instructions even if the user exits to open another application. All of these features provide additional advantages for users who want to experience an extraordinary gaming experience with ROG Phone 7.

Maximum Performance and Smart Battery Management

As mentioned, ROG Phone 7 offers superior performance thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset which is supported by 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory. To maintain optimal performance, this device is designed with a special cooling system.

The GameCool 7 cooling system uses a 360 SoC Cooling System with three layers of cooling. First, there is a layer of Boron Nitride material as a thermal compound. Second, the pipe connected to the Vapor Chamber and the Prephite Sheet layer. The design of this cooling system is very important, especially when the X Mode or overclock feature is activated, to regulate heat efficiently and maintain chipset performance.

The X Mode feature on the Asus ROG Phone 7 is not just a gimmick like other cellphones that only promise increased performance when the mode is activated. This gaming phone really proves the difference in performance when X Mode is active. Benchmark results from the author's trials show a significant increase in performance, but can also affect battery life to be shorter when X Mode is active.

The feature that catches the eye is the ROG Phone 7's ability to safely play while connected to charging. Under these conditions, the battery will not be burdened because the power supply is taken directly from the charger adapter that is connected. This feature helps extend battery life and provides a sense of security.

ROG Phone 7 is equipped with a 6,000 mAh battery and supports 65W charging. When used to play games, this device shows extraordinary performance. This gaming smartphone is able to handle Genshin Impact with the Highest graphics at 60fps so smoothly, thanks to the 165Hz screen refresh rate.

Here are the benchmark results from ROG Phone 7 that you can see:

ROG Phone 7 for Playing Mobile Games

The author has tried playing a number of mobile games on ROG Phone 7, including PUBG Mobile, Mobile Legends, Genshin Impact, Minecraft, Asphalt 9, GTA San Andreas and Modern Warships. The seven mobile games run very well without any drop in frames at all. For graphic settings, the seven games can be adjusted to right alignment settings with high frame rate settings. Like Minecraft, which can get a render distance of up to 22 chunks. Makes the Minecraft gaming experience very smooth even when you explore a lot.

Here are some screenshots of the graphics settings for several games running on ROG Phone 7:

Conclusion

After using the ROG Phone 7 for two weeks, we can say that this gaming smartphone from ASUS is sufficient to meet the needs of daily activities. During use, the author really feels that he has no significant flaws; smooth for multitasking, also really smooth for playing even the toughest mobile games.

The drawback may be felt in the hot temperature sector that is generated on this gaming cellphone. Because when using the ROG Phone 7 in X Mode, the temperature produced by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor will be felt in the body. Especially on the side of the frame which will feel very hot. Even so, ROG Phone 7 can make all the toughest mobile games you play feel very optimal.

The standard ROG Phone 7 version 8/256 GB which the writer reviewed is priced at IDR 10,999,000, while there is also ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and priced at IDR 18,999 million. How, are you interested in buying ROG Phone 7?

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