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Asus Zenfone 9
📅 2022-08·
🏷️ Asus Zenfone·
⭐ 8.0/10 (17 ratings)
Asus Zenfone 9 launched in August 2022 with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, a 5.9-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and a 50MP main camera. Its 8GB RAM and 4300mAh battery with 30W charging make it a solid mid-range choice starting around $699.
Overall
8.0
Performance
8.7
Camera
8.5
Battery
7.9
Display
8.3
Design
8.6
📊 Performance & benchmarks
AnTuTu 10
1,350,000
Geekbench 6 single
1,900
Geekbench 6 multi
5,100
GPU
Adreno 730
Process node
4nm TSMC N4
Throttling
moderate
📱 Display & body
Display
5.9" AMOLED
Resolution
1080x2400 (446 PPI)
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Protection
Gorilla Victus
HDR
HDR10+
Dimensions
146.5 × 68.1 × 9.4 mm
Weight
169 g
Water/dust rating
IP68
Materials
Aluminum frame
Colors
Midnight Black, Moonlight White, Cosmic Red, Star Blue
🔋 Battery & memory
Battery
4,300 mAh
Wired charging
30W wired
Wireless charging
15W
Screen-on time (est.)
7.8 h
Charge time
~49 min to 50%
RAM
8 GB / 16 GB
Storage
128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB
microSD
No
OS / updates
Android 12 · 2 yrs updates
NFC & network
NFC · 5G
📷 Camera
Main camera
50 MP · OIS
Ultrawide
12 MP
Selfie
12 MP
Max video
8K
❓ Frequently asked questions
How long does the Asus Zenfone 9 battery last?
The Asus Zenfone 9 packs a 4300mAh battery that typically delivers about 7.8 hours of screen-on time. With normal mixed use (social apps, calls, some video) most users comfortably get through a full day, and light users can stretch it to two days before needing a recharge.
How fast does the Asus Zenfone 9 charge?
It supports 30W wired charging, which tops the 4300mAh cell from zero to 50% in roughly 49 minutes. It also supports 15W wireless charging. With the bundled adapter you can expect a full charge in about 98 minutes, though the exact speed depends on the cable and charger you use.
Is the Asus Zenfone 9 good for gaming?
Yes — its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 scores around 1,350,000 points in AnTuTu and drives the 120Hz AMOLED display, so demanding titles like Genshin Impact run smoothly at medium-to-high settings. The Adreno 730 handles modern GPU workloads well. For sustained sessions, performance throttling is moderate with a warm back after 20+ minutes.
How good is the Asus Zenfone 9 camera?
The main 50MP sensor is the star: joined by an ultrawide. Daylight shots are sharp with natural colors, and night mode is excellent with clean shadows. Video tops out at 8K.
Is the Asus Zenfone 9 worth buying in 2025?
With an overall score of 8.0/10, Asus Zenfone 9 is still a strong purchase. It launched at around $699 and you can now find it on Amazon for less. If you want the most performance per dollar, it is one of the strongest options in its price class; check the comparison tool above against same-price rivals before you decide.
