The ASUS ROG Phone 8 sheds its bezels in new teaser for January launch

A look at the rear panel of the ASUS ROG Phone 8.
(Image credit: GSMArena)

What you need to know

  • ASUS states the next ROG Phone 8 series will make an appearance on January 8 at CES in Las Vegas.
  • The company has started to tease a larger display for the flagship as it gets rid of the thick bezels surrounding the device.
  • ASUS has also highlighted work done with its "brand new camera system," which users can participate in a vote for.

ASUS is ramping up its teaser engine for the next ROG Phone, giving insight into when we can expect it and more. The Taiwanese company posted on X that the ROG Phone 8 series will be revealed on January 8 at CES 2024 in Las Vegas (via GSMArena). Another standout post stems from its Weibo post, which reveals the phone's launch date for China on January 16, while showing off changes to the display.

The accompanying teaser video shows a model standing in the frame of the previous ROG Phone 7 Ultimate before expanding the screen and shrinking its bezels. Thus, consumers can expect a much more immersive screen from ASUS' flagship next year alongside a punch-hole selfie camera. Past generations of the ROG Phone have featured thick bezels on the top and bottom of the display, consuming much of its screen.

Gaming phones aren't particularly known for their impressive imaging chops, but the company has also started drip-feeding new ventures for the ROG Phone 8 cameras, stating on X that "it goes #BeyondGaming with a brand new camera system". ASUS is encouraging consumers to vote in its blind test, comparing photos taken from other phones in the industry, as well as its upcoming device. Users partaking can win an ROG Phone 8, and those who voted were treated to a set of new device renders.

This new, clear glimpse at the ROG Phone 8 in black and gray showcases its new square-ish camera array and back panel. It looks like ASUS is taking a much cleaner route with the back of its device, getting away from the futuristic look it's done prior. Moreover, it looks like we can still expect some RGB lighting as the Republic of Gamer logo appears to shine.

ASUS teasing more to come with its cameras is new as cameras were seemingly not a high priority for previous models. The ROG Phone 7 Ultimate used the same 50MP primary lens that the ROG Phone 6 used the year before. The brand did refine its tuning to improve shots taken in a variety of situations, but these changes were minimal steps instead of leaps.

We started receiving teasers about some likely changes for the ROG Phone series moving forward almost a week ago. It was then we got a shadowy look at its new thick-looking housing array for its triple lenses. Moreover, GSMArena adds the device may arrive with Android 14 out of the box, with rumors suggesting 65W fast charging as a potential specification.

Additionally, it's been officially stated that the ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro will benefit from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 when it launches.

Nickolas Diaz
News Writer

Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand.

Read more
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro review
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 'FE' is rumored to have a launch on the horizon
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra review
ASUS locks in the launch date for the Zenfone 12 Ultra
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra home page with device in a case
ASUS reveals the Zenfone 12 Ultra with a spotless design and a powerful flagship chip
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro review
The budget ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is finally here with a 2023 chip and gaming AI
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro review
Asus' ROG Phone 9 Pro is the best gaming phone, and it's here in the US
Nothing Phone 3a Pro
Leaked Phone 3a series renders reveal their full design and the new anticipated camera button
Latest in Phones
Android Central's Lloyd sitting at a computer desk
Editor's Desk
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 on cobblestone road
One UI 7 Beta 3 for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6 brings two notable AI additions
Nothing Phone 3a Pro
Nothing OS 3.1 update lets Phone 3a, 3a Pro users snap and save to Essential Spaces
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ on a desk.
Ditch Amazon and score 50% OFF the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus with this deal from Samsung
Qualcomm logo
Qualcomm might ditch the 'Elite' tag and go with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 for its next chip
Top-down view of four different Galaxy S25 Ultra colors
New leak hints at major camera upgrade in the books for Galaxy S26 Ultra
Latest in News
Top Charts in the Play Store on the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Google Play Store will get more tools to protect users from scammy apps
Google Gemini Image Query on Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Gemini could soon allow you to upload multiple images in a single prompt
Google Maps on Android Auto
Gemini could soon replace Google Assistant in Android Auto 14.0
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 on cobblestone road
One UI 7 Beta 3 for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6 brings two notable AI additions
Gemini 2.5 Pro graphics and benchmark results.
Gemini 2.5 Pro is Google's latest AI model with thinking and multimodality built-in
Nothing Phone 3a Pro
Nothing OS 3.1 update lets Phone 3a, 3a Pro users snap and save to Essential Spaces