Asus has launched its Zenfone 12 Ultra this week, which comes with many great upgrades. While some people may be disappointed with the discontinuation of the smaller Zenfone models, this new Ultra model has created a stir in the market. The question is—can Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra be a good option for you? Let’s know its features, price and comparison.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra launch date and price
- Launch date: There is no confirmation about the launch in India yet, but it has already been launched in Europe, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
- Price: It is priced at €1,100 (approximately ₹99,000) in Europe, but it is available for €1,000 (approximately ₹90,000) if purchased before February 28.
This price puts it in the flagship segment, where it can compete with smartphones like Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra Specifications
Processor and Performance
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Performance: Better speed and performance than the previous generation
- eSIM support: Especially useful for travelers
Zenfone 12 Ultra has Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which makes it faster and smoother.
Camera and Stabilization
- Main Camera: 50MP (Lytia-700 sensor)
- Telephoto camera: 32MP (3x zoom)
- Ultra-wide camera: 13MP (120° field of view)
- Front Camera: 32MP
Gimbal stabilization has been improved in the 50MP main camera, which will make video shooting and photography more stable than before.
Display and Design
- Screen size: 6.78-inch LTPO OLED
- Refresh rate: 1Hz-120Hz (144Hz gaming mode)
- Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- Body: 100% recycled aluminum frame, 22% recycled glass
The display of Zenfone 12 Ultra comes with HDR10 support, which makes the video and gaming experience great.
Battery and Charging
- Battery: 5,500mAh (dual-cell technology)
- Fast charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless)
- Charging time: 100% in 39 minutes
The battery life of Zenfone 12 Ultra is long, but its charging speed is less than some flagship phones.
Other features
- 3.5mm headphone jack: Present
- IP68 rating: Dust and water resistant
- MicroSD slot: No
The 3.5mm headphone jack is now rarely seen in flagship smartphones, but it has been retained in the Zenfone 12 Ultra.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is a premium smartphone that comes with better camera stabilization, powerful battery and classic design. But, at this price, smartphones like OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy S25+ can give tough competition. If you want better camera and gimbal stabilization, then this phone can be a great choice for you. So, are you planning to buy this phone? Let us know in the comments!