That’s for the model with 12GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and the Storm White color option. That's quite a lot more than the base model ROG Phone 8, which started at $1,099 / £949 at launch ...

This flagship phone has top-end specs and is offered in two styles, one for gaming (the ROG Phone 8). Unlike past Zenfone models, this edition is full-size, with a huge display. Key features ...