If your battery has been failing you for some time. You notice that its autonomy or its load capacity are no longer as good as when they were new. Unfortunately, it happens to almost everyone, the battery is the wear part par excellence on a phone. However, rest assured, it is quite conceivable to change it. We will precisely discover in this guide how to change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 . First, we'll see how to know if you need to replace the battery in your ASUS ROG Phone 5. Then we'll see how to change the battery on an ASUS ROG Phone 5.
How to know if it is necessary to change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5?
Whatever you do, a phone's battery is doomed to degrade over time. The autonomy of the latter will gradually decrease and it is therefore necessary charge your Android smartphone more regularly . This is obviously the first sign that will alert you that it will soon be time to change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5. However, other battery problems on your ASUS ROG Phone 5 can warn you of a possible failure of this: the battery runs out quickly, the charge no longer reaches 100%, your mobile phone turns off before having reached 0% battery, it heats up for no reason... In these situations, it is then advised to check the health of your battery . If you want to check the battery status of your ASUS ROG Phone 5, read our article.
To know the battery level of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 , several ways to make you can be applied and will depend on your Android version:
- On some Android versions, information on the status of your battery is limited to usage statistics. The data collected is therefore an approximation. Go to " Settings »Then click on« Battery ". Your ASUS ROG Phone 5 then tells you how worn it is.
- Write the code * # * # * # * # 4636 directly in the phone application. A diagnostic on the state of wear of your battery should then appear. In the 4th line the "Battery" data is displayed. In the event that the value 100 is indicated next to it, it means that it is in good shape. On the other hand, as soon as this number decreases, it means that she is starting to tire.
- Use apps to check the battery life of your ASUS ROG Phone 5. The app Accu Battery gives you all the necessary data on the use of your battery and at the same time allows you to protect wear and tear on your battery .
Of course, the state of your battery is only an indicator allowing you to understand the potential problems of your phone. You don't have to replace your ASUS ROG Phone 5 battery right away. As long as your battery life and capacity suit you, you don't have to. However, in the event that you decide it's time to take action, you will find all our tips for changing it in the next section below.
How to change the battery on an ASUS ROG Phone 5?
Can the battery of an ASUS ROG Phone 5 be changed?
Whatever happens, it is possible to change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5. However, depending on its version, we recommend different solutions. Because a little warning, in the event that you want to do it without the help of a professional, you should know that dismantling your phone is not something trivial. To change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5, somewhat complex manipulations are necessary and can present risks for the smartphone in the event of improper handling. You will also need to be aware that this voids the manufacturer's warranty .
In the event that your battery is removable , handling is very simple. You can therefore do it yourself without worry. To do this, you simply need to buy the same battery that is on your mobile phone. You can then replace the old one by installing the new one in exactly the same location.
When it comes to a non-removable battery , the best way to change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 is to call the manufacturer, your dealer if he offers this service, or a technician. Indeed, this approach requires some expertise . In the event that you still want to do it on your own, we advise you to watch video tutorials explaining the procedure to follow by typing on Google: “Tutorial to change the battery of my ASUS ROG Phone 5” and follow instructions carefully. To find out now if you feel able to do so, here is the procedure to follow in broad outline:
- Turn off your ASUS ROG Phone 5 and remove the SIM card
- Heat the back shell with a hair dryer to soften the glue that holds the back cover of the phone.
- Once hot, stick a suction cup at the bottom of the back cover of the phone. Then, peel off and gently remove the shell with a spatula.
- Once the screen is removed, you will need to remove screws using a thin Phillips screwdriver.
- Remove the screen of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 by heating its outline and gently removing it using the suction cup and the spatula. Small warning, this step is very delicate because you risk breaking your screen.
- Finally, on the vast majority of versions of your Android, you must disconnect the cable from your battery . This is located next to the photo sensor. Then remove the old battery and replace it with the new one.
- For the reassembly , reverse all these steps.
Finding the right battery for your ASUS ROG Phone 5
To buy a new battery, you can find it in online or physical stores. To avoid ending up with a battery that does not match your phone, be careful when ordering or purchasing to carefully note the model number of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 in order to identify the correct battery reference .
Small warning also from buy official battery from the brand of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 and not end up with a Chinese counterfeit battery. They are less expensive but also less reliable and do not meet safety standards. In addition, in the event that you encounter a problem, the manufacturer will not be able to do anything for you.
How much does it cost to replace the battery?
- To change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 without the help of a professional, you will simply have to pay the price of the new battery and possibly a repair kit. It can vary between 10 and 40 € depending on your Android version.
- To change the battery of your ASUS ROG Phone 5 at a professional repairer you will have to pay on average between 40 and 80 € depending on your Android version.
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