Overall Score
28.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#5186)28.9
Performance(#4522)57.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4253)49.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL features a solid design with dimensions of 152.4 x 77.2 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 170.1g, providing a comfortable grip.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.0 with an upgrade option to 6.1, it includes ZenUI 2 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0.
- Notably, the device does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of water resistance is a drawback, but the headphone jack remains a useful feature.
- Overall, the Zenfone 2 Laser combines decent specifications in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions152.4 x 77.2 x 10.9 mm (6.00 x 3.04 x 0.43 in)
Weight170.1 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsSilver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 2
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass