Razer Phone update – Price, UK release and everything you need to know

After plenty of leaks and speculation the all-new Razer Phone was finally unveiled at a major event last night.

This latest smartphone is launching into a crowded market but its makers seem confident it has plenty to offer over all of its popular rivals.

This Android Nougat powered device has all the standard features of a flagship phone but, using Razer’s years of experience, has been optimised for gamers.

Razer says its new smartphone is packed with groundbreaking audiovisual technologies and processing muscle that takes personal entertainment to the next level. 

And one of its best gaming features is the inclusion of the world’s first 120 Hz UltraMotion display that delivers the fastest refresh rates and smoothest graphics among today’s smartphones.  

The giant 5.72-inch Quad HD screen boasts zero lag with no stuttering, delivering vibrant and sharp images with a wide colour gamut.

And this display will help users enjoy a host of gaming titles including Arena of Valor, Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition, Tekken and Titanfall: Assault.

“The future of gaming is rapidly expanding to mobile devices, and both Razer and Tencent are at the forefront of fast-tracking development,” said Vincent Gao, global marketing director at Tencent Games. 

“Arena of Valor brings gamers a fast-paced, competitive experience, and the Razer phone was built to handle the visuals, sound and quick-reflex mechanics of the game. 

“This partnership sets the standard for the next generation of mobile screen play.”

Along with its gaming credentials, the Razer Phone features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 8GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage which is expandable.

There’s also stereo front-facing speakers with Dolby Atmos, dual rear cameras and a massive fast-charging 4,000mAh battery.

The new device will be available exclusively through Three Mobile with it going on sale from November 17th with a price of £699.99.

Dave Dyson, CEO at Three UK, said: “My ambition is always to innovate in ways that deliver better experiences to our customers and a partnership with Razer is a perfect fit.

“Razer has produced something that is a step ahead of any other mobile gaming device and I am delighted to be able to make this exclusive experience available to Three’s customers.”

HERE’S THE FULL LIST OF TITLES AVAILABLE AT LAUNCH

“Final Fantasy® XV Pocket Edition” from Square Enix

“Tekken™” from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe

“RuneScape™” from Jagex Limited

“Lineage 2: Revolution” from Netmarble Games Corporation

“Gear.Club” from Eden Games

“World of Tanks Blitz” from Wargaming Group Limited

“Shadowgun Legends™” from Madfinger Games

“Titanfall™: Assault” from NEXON Co., Ltd. and Particle City, Inc.