The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra is expected to make its official debut shortly, and early leaks have provided a glimpse into its features and design. It's important to remember that this information is speculative until officially confirmed.
The Zenfone series distinguishes itself within Asus’s lineup by being versatile devices suitable for various tasks beyond gaming. For instance, the Zenfone 10 was a strong competitor to the Galaxy S23 Ultra, and the Zenfone 12 Ultra aims to continue this tradition against the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra: release date and price
Scheduled for release on February 6, the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra does not yet have an official price tag. The previous Zenfone 11 Ultra started at $899 and was announced on March 14, with sales beginning on April 14. This could mean that the Zenfone 12 Ultra might follow a similar timeline, potentially shipping in March after pre-orders begin on February 6.
Asus's other device, the ROG Phone 9, is priced around $1,000, which suggests that the Zenfone 12 could be priced comparably. It's also worth noting that the Zenfone 11 Ultra was limited to T-Mobile, AT&T, and select carriers, leaving major providers like Verizon out. This limitation could remain with the new model.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra: design
In contrast to Asus’s gaming-focused devices, the Zenfone 12 Ultra opts for a more subdued aesthetic. It lacks the flashy gamer style of the ROG Phone 9 and does not include an LED display on its back.
This phone features slim bezels and a hole-punch camera situated on the front, with a mostly unadorned back, save for the Zenfone logo and camera cluster. Current leaks suggest three available colors: pink, green, and black.
While the exact dimensions remain undisclosed, the display is expected to be 6.78 inches. The Zenfone 12 Ultra will include a SIM card slot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted USB-C port. These features are not significantly different from the Zenfone 11 Ultra, although the geometric designs on the rear have been toned down to convey a more businesslike appearance.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra: specs
Details about the Zenfone 12 Ultra’s capabilities are still scarce. However, it is rumored to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, featuring the latest Oryon CPU. This new eight-core processor can achieve speeds of up to 4.32GHz and is intended for high-end ARM chips typically found in Windows tablets.
For graphics, it will use the Adreno 830 GPU, which is also used in high-profile devices like the OnePlus 13, Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S25+.
There may be multiple configurations available for the Zenfone 12 Ultra, including options like 256GB with 8GB RAM, 256GB with 12GB RAM, or 512GB with 16GB RAM. It’s best to approach these specifications with caution as they have yet to be officially confirmed. The 8GB version seems less likely, given that even the Zenfone 11 Ultra starts with 12GB of RAM as standard.
Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra: cameras
The Zenfone 12 Ultra is anticipated to come equipped with a triple-camera system on its rear, featuring a 50MP wide lens, a 32MP telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultrawide lens. The front will sport a 32MP wide-angle camera capable of recording video at 1080p at 30 frames per second, while the rear camera setup will have the capability to record up to 8K video at 24 frames per second.
Although there are still many unknowns about this smartphone, we will keep this information updated as details emerge.
