Tuesday, February 16, 2021

ASUS ROG Gaming phone 3 Vs Nintendo Switch


Asus ROG Phone 3 512GB 12GB RAM 5G ZS661KS / I003DD SD865+ Global Version - Black Glare

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The Asus ROG Gaming phone 3 is out now and it seems really popular. But, this got me thinking about the difference between a gaming phone and my Nintendo Switch lite. I have actually kinda done an Asphalt 9 Legends gameplay comparison video before but it's between my Samsung Note 10+ and my original Nintendo Switch.

The Samsung Note 10+ is not marketed as a gaming phone but it can play basically any mobile games out there. It got the latest CPU and GPU to play any console-like games that are available. Although, it does get hot especially when playing a graphic-intensive game like Grid Autosport. One time, the phone killed the game because it was getting too hot.



Asus ROG Phone 3 512GB 12GB RAM 5G ZS661KS / I003DD SD865+ Global Version - Black Glare

I was actually doing some testing playing the game using Microsoft Your Phone App on my PC monitor. I didn't look out for the heat so, maybe I had pushed it too much. After that happened, I went on looking for an external mobile radiator fan or a cooling fan. I never thought I'll need one as I don't really game that long.

As a gaming phone, Asus ROG claims to have a cooling system internal and external that will help cool your phone down when gaming. I don't have their phone, so, I'm not sure how good they are but they also have one of the best gaming laptops with new liquid metal cooling. So, that could boost your confidence about their products.



Nintendo Switch with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy‑Con - HAC-001(-01)

The Nintendo Switch is a portable gaming console. It's not a phone. You can't make calls, take pictures or videos, and share them online. Yes, you can take short game clips and pictures. But, only internally. It does come with a controller and playing games to me is much better on the Nintendo Switch and now my Nintendo Switch lite.

The one thing I hate most about mobile gaming is the games and the lack of game controller support. Yes, there are console-level graphics games for the mobile but they're mostly touch-control games. They're also not a full triple-A type of game. Meanwhile, a lot of triple-A games are already available like the latest Persona 5 Strikers, NBA 2K21, and others.



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Another thing I hate about mobile games is that you need internet access to play the game. Why? Because they need the advertising money. Yes, it's free-to-play but if you can't play with Wifi or data connection, you're screwed. I end up playing old retro games on my Nintendo DS lite. I didn't have a Nintendo Switch that time. 

Talking about the controller, it actually cost almost a gaming laptop which is around $2k just to get all the complete accessories. Yes, pretty expensive. It's also actually kinda a hassle to put on a retractable controller every time you want to play a game. Unlike my Nintendo Switch lite, every time I have the itch to play Asphalt 9 Legends, I just pick it up choose the game, and play. 



ASUS ROG TwinView Dock 3 (ZS661KSS Station Module)

They do have some cool accessories like the TwinView dock 3. It definitely looks like my 3DS XL. I like the idea of a dual-screen phone that would make multi-tasking easier. The ability to game on the top screen while video-calling your friend on the bottom screen. Browsing the internet while watching youtube on either screen.

As I've said before the mobile phone today is like a computer, so you'll be using it as a computer. For work and for play. While the Nintendo Switch is a dedicated portable gaming console. I've seen people playing games on one mobile while talking to someone on another mobile. In the end, why not get a portable gaming console like the Nintendo Switch for gaming while your phone for what it's meant for. A phone.


ROG Kunai Gamepad Controller for ASUS ROG Phone 3 ROG Phone III (ZS661KS )-Black

A Nintendo Switch is only almost cost a quarter of a gaming phone. An expensive gaming phone that doesn't have triple-A games. Unless you're the type like to play games that my mother plays like those puzzle 3 gems game. I'm not even sure if you can use the controller to play popular mobile games like Call of Duty or PUBG mobile.

Add to that insult is the need for an 'app' to remap your buttons. Which, you actually have to buy to be able to use the full features. I'm not going to pay to use a freaking controller to play a freaking mobile game. Games should have outright come with controller support. In the past, I used to look for games that look like it has controller support but end up doesn't. I deleted all of them. A waste of my time.



Nintendo Switch Lite - Zacian and Zamazenta Edition

I finally give up and get myself a Nintendo Switch lite (sold my original to my nephew). I can play triple-A games and even mobile games too. Now, there are already a few free-to-play games available which I actually enjoyed playing on my mobile like Asphalt 9 Legends. I don't mind them as long as you can play with a controller.

I still like the gaming phone technology though. Maybe, one day, I can dock a gaming phone and play a real triple-A game with a mouse and keyboard instead of just a 3 gems game. If they still keep treating the phone as just for casual gaming or a phone then no point in making a gaming phone. I bought a Razer gaming phone once, and now they don't even sell it anymore. Maybe, there's a reason why?

Frankly, the mobile gaming phone tech might actually be better than my Nintendo Switch lite. But, playing real games on a portable gaming console like the Switch is definitely much more enjoyable and stress-free. Even my nephew is a believer and he was actually the one that pushes me to buy a Nintendo Switch. It's all because he can play FIFA18 on the go back when it was first available to the switch.

What you guys think?

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P.S. Nintendo Switch with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy‑Con - HAC-001(-01)




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