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Asus Zenfone 2 ZE500CL#5815

Released: 2015

Asus Zenfone 2 ZE500CL

Overall Score

26.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5815)26.3
Performance(#5678)47.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5080)44.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Asus Zenfone 2 ZE500CL features a compact design with dimensions of 148.1 x 71.5 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 155g, available in Charcoal Black, Pearl White, and Cherry Red.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity with a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by an Intel Atom Z2560 chipset, dual-core 1.6 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which handles basic tasks adequately.
  • The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing 2 MP camera is suitable for casual selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 2500mAh capacity, but it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The device runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop with ZenUI, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The absence of stereo speakers and wireless charging may limit multimedia experiences.
  • Overall, the Zenfone 2 ZE500CL provides a balanced mix of features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetIntel Atom Z2560
CPUDual-core 1.6 GHz
GPUPowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera2 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions148.1 x 71.5 x 10.9 mm (5.83 x 2.81 x 0.43 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsCharcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), ZenUI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass