Highlights

• ASUS plans to launch the ROG Phone 9 FE an affordable “Fan Edition” soon.
• The phone receives certifications in Malaysia and Thailand.
• Expected features – Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, AirTrigger buttons, AeroActive cooling accessories, and advanced heat dissipation systems.
• The phone may share hardware setups similar to the ROG Phone 8 including a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, various camera enhancements and a 5500mAh battery.

ASUS seems to be gearing up to expand its ROG Phone 9 lineup with the introduction of the ROG Phone 9 FE, which could be a more affordable “Fan Edition.” Recent certifications in Malaysia (SIRIM) and Thailand (NBTC) confirm the model number “ASUS_AI2401_N,” hinting at an imminent launch in these regions.

This model number was also spotted earlier on the GSMA certification site, further solidifying its existence.

Here’s everything we know about the phone.

ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE – Specifications (Expected)

While ASUS hasn’t officially revealed the ROG Phone 9 FE’s specs, its similarities in model numbers with the ROG Phone 8 (AI2501C) suggest it may share some features with its predecessor. Reports indicate it could feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip instead of the higher-performing Snapdragon 8 Elite used in other ROG Phone 9 models.

This could mean slightly reduced performance to keep the price more budget-friendly.

ASUS is likely to maintain some of the signature ROG Phone features in the FE variant, such as the following –

• AirTrigger buttons for gaming.
• AeroActive cooling accessories for temperature control.
• Advanced heat dissipation systems for smooth performance.

One interesting question is whether the ROG Phone 9 FE will include the Anime Vision display on the back or not.

If it mirrors the ROG Phone 8 in features, we might see a similar hardware setup.

ROG Phone 8 Highlights (For Reference)

The ROG Phone 8 comes with a 6.78-inch FHD+ Samsung E6 AMOLED display featuring a 1-165Hz refresh rate, 2500 nits peak brightness and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

Its camera setup includes:

50MP Sony IMX890 sensor with gimbal stabilization.

• 13MP ultra-wide lens.
• 32MP telephoto lens with OIS.
• 32MP front camera.

The phone packs a 5500mAh battery with 65W HyperCharge and 15W wireless charging. Other features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC and IP68 water resistance certification.

FAQs

Q1. What new device is ASUS expected to launch soon?

Answer. ASUS is expected to launch the ROG Phone 9 FE, a more affordable “Fan Edition” of the ROG Phone 9, following certifications in Malaysia and Thailand.

Q2. What chip is the ROG Phone 9 FE likely to feature?

Answer. The ROG Phone 9 FE is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip instead of the higher-performing Snapdragon 8 Elite used in other ROG Phone 9 models.

Q3. What signature ROG Phone features are likely to be included in the FE variant?

Answer. The ROG Phone 9 FE is likely to include AirTrigger buttons, AeroActive cooling accessories and advanced heat dissipation systems for smooth performance.

Q4. How does the ROG Phone 8 serve as a reference for the ROG Phone 9 FE’s expected features?

Answer. The ROG Phone 9 FE may share similar features with the ROG Phone 8, such as a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and advanced camera and battery technologies.

Q5. When and where was the model number for the ROG Phone 9 FE spotted?

Answer. The model number “ASUS_AI2401_N” for the ROG Phone 9 FE was spotted in certifications in Malaysia (SIRIM), Thailand (NBTC) and earlier on the GSMA certification site.

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