Asus Gears Up for February 6 Launch with Powerful Hardware and Premium Design
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is set to make its global debut on February 6, and ahead of the official announcement, fresh leaks have surfaced, revealing detailed specifications and high-resolution renders of the upcoming flagship smartphone. The device appears to bear a striking resemblance to the Asus ROG Phone 9 series, boasting a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display, and a 5,500mAh battery.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra Design and Display
Leaked renders, sourced from reliable tipster Roland Quandt and WinFuture.de, show the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra in black, green, and pink color variants. The smartphone features a sleek and modern aesthetic with thin bezels and a centrally placed hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera.
The device is rumored to sport a 6.78-inch full-HD+ (1,080×2,400 pixels) Samsung AMOLED LTPO display, supporting up to a 120Hz refresh rate, with an enhanced 144Hz refresh rate available while gaming. This makes it a compelling choice for gamers and media enthusiasts who demand buttery-smooth visuals and immersive color accuracy.
Performance and Hardware: Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC
At the core of the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra lies the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset, ensuring exceptional performance, AI-powered efficiency, and next-gen gaming capabilities. The device is expected to be available in configurations of up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage, making it a true powerhouse for multitasking and heavy applications.
Camera System: Triple Rear Setup with Sony Sensor
The Zenfone 12 Ultra is rumored to feature a triple-camera setup on the rear, headlined by a 50-megapixel Sony Lytia 700 sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS). While further details on the remaining lenses are yet to be confirmed, it is expected that Asus will equip the device with ultra-wide and telephoto capabilities.
For selfies and video calls, the device will reportedly house a 32-megapixel front-facing camera, ensuring sharp and vibrant selfies even in challenging lighting conditions.
Battery and Charging: All-Day Power with Fast Charging Support
One of the standout features of the Zenfone 12 Ultra is its massive 5,500mAh battery, which is expected to support 65W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. This makes the smartphone ideal for power users, ensuring long hours of uninterrupted usage with fast and efficient recharging capabilities.
Additional Features: IP68 Rating and 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Despite modern smartphones increasingly ditching the 3.5mm headphone jack, Asus continues to retain this essential feature on the Zenfone 12 Ultra, catering to audiophiles who prefer wired audio solutions. Additionally, the phone is expected to come with IP68 certification, ensuring resistance to dust and water, making it a durable and rugged option for everyday use.
Global Launch Details
The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is set to launch globally on February 6 at 2:30 PM Taipei time (12 PM IST). With flagship-level hardware, premium design, and gamer-focused enhancements, the device is poised to compete with the likes of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and OnePlus 12 in the ultra-premium segment.
Stay tuned for the official unveiling, where Asus will reveal finalized pricing, availability, and additional features of the Zenfone 12 Ultra.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned TECHNOLOGY journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.