Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).
2021 · Mid-range · Android 11 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.78" · 173.2 x 77.3 x 9.6 mm (6.82 x 3.04 x 0.38 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
RAM 16GB
Storage 512GB
Main Camera 64 MP · Dual-LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Fast, responsive Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) for everyday tasks and gaming
✓ 16GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ 64 MP main camera for sharp photos
✓ 6.78" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
RAM
16GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
395 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
📷 Camera
Main Camera
64 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Multi-Camera Setup
64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), PDAF, 3x optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF
Main Video
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Charging
65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 50% in 30 min, 100% in 50 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
210g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
173.2 x 77.3 x 9.6 mm (6.82 x 3.04 x 0.38 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps, 5G
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support 5G?› Yes, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders supports 5G connectivity.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders have NFC?› Yes, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support wireless charging?› No, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support fast charging?› Yes, up to 65W (65W wired, PD3.0, QC5, 50% in 30 min, 100% in 50 min).
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders have expandable storage?› No, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders does not support a memory card.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support dual SIM?› The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders have a headphone jack?› No, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders ship with?› The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders ships with Android 11.
What type of USB port does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders use?› The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders uses USB Type-C.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support Wi-Fi 7?› The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Asus Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders has 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive.
