A few weeks ago Asus released the ROG Phone series. Which is one of the most popular gaming smartphone series in the world. Whereas just after a few weeks of launching Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro. Asus launched Asus ZenFone 9 on July 28, 2022. In this article, we will discuss the specification and features of the ASUS ZenFone with the expected price in Nepal.
ASUS ZenFone 9 Specification
| Built | Glass back (Gorilla Glass 3) Aluminum frame |
| Display | 5.9-inch Super AMOLED |
| Display Features | Refresh Rate: 120Hz HDR10+ Gorilla Glass Victus Always on Display |
| Resolution | Full HD+ ( 1080 x 2400 pixels) 446 PPI density |
| Connectivity | Dual-band wifi, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (up to 3.19GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
| RAM | 8/16 GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB (UFS 3.1) |
| OS & UI | Android 12, Zen UI |
| Rear Camera | Triple-Camera: Primary: 50MP f/1.8 (wide), OIS Ultrawide: 12MP f/2.2 |
| Front Camera | 12MP f/2.5 |
| Audio | 3.5mm headphone jack, Stereo Speakers |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint |
| Resistant | IP68 dust/water resistant |
| Battery | 4300mAh |
| Charging | 65W (fast charging) reverse charging |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Red, Silver |
Design
The Asus Zenfone 9, has a compact design like a Zenfone 8. Moreover talking about the built of the Asus ZenFone 9 it features a Gorilla Glass 3 black with an aluminum frame. The smartphone also gets IP68 dust/ water resistance. That is able to withstand up to 1.5m depth under water for 30 minutes.
Display
The display Asus ZenFone 9 features a super AMOLED 5.9 inches display. With a Full HD resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 446 PPI density. Furthermore, the display gets a 120hz refresh rate screen and supports HDR10+. Whereas the front of the display gets a Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
Performance and Software
Talking about the chipset that powers the Asus ZenFone 9. Is the latest Snapdragon Plus 8 Gen 1 built under a 4nm architecture. Moreover, the chipset features an octa-core CPU capable of up to 3.19GHz clock speed. While the device has an Adreno 730 GPU.
The smartphone features RAM of up to 16GB. While it gets two storage variants 128 GB and 256 GB with UFS 3.1 support. Furthermore, on the software, the Asus ZenFone 9 comes with the Android 12 operating system. And a ZenUI on top of the device.
Camera
The Asus ZenPhone 9 features a dual-camera setup. With the main camera begin a 50MP sensor. Whereas, the smartphone’s main camera features a 6-axis gimbal. While the secondary camera has a 12MP wide camera. Whereas the camera is capable of shooting 8K video at 24 Fps and 4K at 60 fps.
Moreover, the front of the smartphone gets a 12MP camera. Which is capable of capturing 1080P video at 60 fps.
Battery and Other features
The Asus ZenFone 9 packs a 4300 mAh battery. While the smartphone is capable of fast charging at 30W. Whereas the device is also capable of reverse charging.
Additionally, the smartphone gets a side-mounted fingerprint with page scroll features, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass sensor.
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Asus ZenFone 9 Price in Nepal and Availability
Talking about the pricing of the device. Asus has only revied its based variant prices. Which starts at  €799 for the 8GB RAM+128GB storage model. Therefore Asus has yet to reveal the pricing of other variants and availability in the global market.
Whereas there is no official news from Asus. If the ZenFone 9 will be available in Nepal or not? But If launched in the Asus ZenFone 9 is expected at NPR 1,23,000 for the 8GB RAM+128GB storage model.
| Asus ZenFone 9 | Price in Europe (Offical) | Price in Nepal (Expected) |
| Asus ZenFone 9 (8GB RAM+128GB) | €799 | NPR 1,23,000 |
