Asus is gearing up to unveil the Zenfone 11 Ultra smartphone on March 14, 2024, serving as the successor to the recently received Zenfone 10 with some notable features. Unlike the prevailing trend of smartphones, the Zenfone series has been known for offering compact options. However, the upcoming Zenfone 11 Ultra marks a shift from this norm with its rumored 6.78-inch screen size.
The Upcoming Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
In terms of its design, the device bears similarities to the ROG Phone 8. With modifications to its rear camera setup. Leaked images suggest a camera arrangement. With changes, in aesthetics featuring geometric designs and flat sides without shoulder triggers.
The Zenfone 11 Ultra is expected to feature a 6.78 inch AMOLED display equipped with an LTPO panel capable of a 144Hz refresh rate differing slightly from the ROG Phone 8s display, which offers a higher refresh rate at 165Hz. The color options are said to include Eternal Black, Skyline Blue, Misty Gray, Verdure Green, and Desert Sienna.
Geekbench listings have already revealed the specifications of the device showcasing a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor known for its performance metrics that ensure seamless functionality across various tasks. Furthermore, the configurations may consist of up to 16 gigabytes of LPDDR5x RAM and a maximum of 1 terabyte of UFS 4.0 storage, although there is uncertainty surrounding the specifics of the cooling system.
In terms of battery capacity, it is anticipated that the Zenfone 11 Ultra will feature a 5,500mAh battery that supports both 65W charging and 15W wireless charging. Interestingly, leaked images suggest that a power brick may not be included in the package. Other noteworthy features include a 3.5mm audio jack, stereo speakers, Bluetooth version 5.3 support for WiFi 7, and the inclusion of an installed Android version 14 with AI-driven improvements.
As for its camera arrangement, rumors suggest an enhancement, with a sensor boasting 50 megapixels (IMX890) and a gimbal OIS stabilization system. Other lenses purportedly include a 13-megapixel ultra-wide and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, alongside a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.
Leaked pricing suggests CZK 24,990 for the base model (12GB RAM, 256GB storage) and CZK 26,490 for the higher variant (16GB RAM, 512GB storage), with potential increases post-promotion.