Overall Score
59.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3262)59.0
Performance(#2846)62.5
Camera(#937)50.0
Display(#2954)70.5
Battery(#3911)43.5
Build(#2717)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 3 Deluxe 5.5 ZS550KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 3 Deluxe 5.5 ZS550KL features a sleek design with a metal body, measuring 151.5 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm and weighing 151g.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset and an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU, it delivers smooth performance alongside 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with OIS and can record 4K video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.1 Marshmallow with ZenUI 3, it is upgradable to Android 7 Nougat.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 2.0.
- The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, it combines solid performance with a premium build and decent camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF, OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3, 60% in 40 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.5 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm (5.96 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Weight151 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsShimmer Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
OS VersionAndroid 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes