ASUS  Zenfone 9: Full Specifications & Deep Dive

Design & Display

The ASUS Zenfone 9 sports a compact body, measuring 146.5 × 68.1 × 9.1 mm and weighing 169 g—perfect for one-handed use. It comes in four textures and colors—Sunset Red, Midnight Black, Moonlight White, and Starry Blue—featuring a grippy, anti-fingerprint surface for enhanced hold and durability.

The standout 5.9‑inch Samsung AMOLED display delivers sharp visuals (2400×1080, ~445 ppi), rich color (112% DCI‑P3, Delta‑E < 1), and robust protection with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus. It supports a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR10+/Always‑on capability.

Performance & Hardware

Powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) with Adreno 730 GPU, the Zenfone 9 smoothly handles demanding tasks. It pairs with either 8 GB or 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and offers 128 GB or 256 GB UFS 3.1 storage—without expandable memory.

Its enhanced cooling system—comprising a vapor chamber, advanced copper/graphite spreader, and thermal paste—ensures efficient heat dissipation for sustained performance.

Operating System & UI

Shipped with Android 12, the phone is upgradable to Android 13 and potentially Android 14. Zenfone UI offers one-handed-friendly features like an edge tool panel, customizable back double-tap actions, and a zoom bar—enhancing ease of use on its compact screen.

Battery & Charging

A sizable 4300 mAh battery powers the Zenfone 9, offering excellent endurance—reviews note 7–8 hours of screen-on time, easily lasting a full day and beyond. Charging is speedy via 30 W wired HyperCharge, though wireless charging is not supported.

Camera

Rear System:

• Main Camera: 50 MP Sony IMX766 sensor, 1/1.56″, f/1.9, 2×2 OCL PDAF, Quad Bayer (12.5 MP effective), featuring a unique 6‑Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer.

• Ultra-wide Camera: 12 MP Sony IMX363, 1/2.55″, f/2.2, 113° FoV, 4 cm macro, distortion correction.

• Modes include Photo, Video, Portrait, Pro (RAW), Panorama, Night, Timelapse, Slo-mo, and Light Trail (beta).

Front Camera:

• 12 MP Sony IMX663, 1/2.93″, f/2.45, dual PDAF, 27.5 mm equiv.

Video Recording:

Rear: up to 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps with Gyro-EIS and HDR. Front: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps.

Audio & Connectivity

• Stereo speakers enhanced with Dirac HD Sound and OZO Audio for immersive playback and recording.

• Includes a rare 3.5 mm headphone jack—a welcome inclusion in flagship smartphones.

• Connectivity suite: Wi‑Fi 6E, 5G, Bluetooth 5.2 (aptX HD/Adaptive, LDAC), NFC, USB Type‑C, and IP68 water/dust resistance.

Sensors & Extras

Includes side-mounted fingerprint scanner, along with accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, ambient light sensor, compass, and others—excluding microSD support.

Release Info

Announced in July 2022 and released September 15, 2022, the Zenfone 9 succeeds the Zenfone 8 and later got succeeded by the Zenfone 10. It supports major global networks and dual SIM functionality.

FAQ about ASUS  Zenfone 9

What makes the Zenfone 9 unique among flagships?
Its compact form combined with flagship specs—powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, 120 Hz AMOLED display, IP68, headphone jack, and gimbal-stabilized camera system—makes it rare.

How is the battery life?
Exceptional for a small phone—reviews report 7–8 hours SOT, lasting well over a day with moderate use.

Does it support wireless charging?
No, only fast wired charging via 30 W HyperCharge.

Can I expand storage?
No microSD support; choose either 128 GB or 256 GB UFS 3.1.

Price & Offers (India)

Recent listings show:

• Factory-unlocked 256 GB / 8 GB variant at ₹1,41,761.

• Refurbished 8/128 GB deals for around ₹29,999.

ASUS Zenfone 9 256 GB / 8 GB (Factory Unlocked)

• Price: ₹1,41,761

• Rating: 4.3 (4300+ reviews)

• Merchants: desertcart.in + others

Asus Zenfone 9 5G Dual SIM 8/128 GB (Refurbished)

• Price: ₹29,999

• Merchants: Triveni World

With its rare blend of performance, compact ease, and high-end features, the ASUS Zenfone 9 remains a compelling choice.