Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4657)56.4
Performance(#4479)60.3
Camera(#4237)42.4
Display(#4643)70.5
Battery(#7427)43.5
Build(#5943)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL features a sleek design with dimensions of 149 x 76 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 150g, available in Sand Gold and Glacier Silver.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, an octa-core 1.4 GHz CPU, and options of 2GB or 4GB RAM, ensuring decent multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and 1080p video recording, complemented by an 8 MP front camera for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.1 Marshmallow, it is upgradable to Android 8.0 Oreo, providing a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Zenfone 3 Laser combines solid specifications with a stylish build, making it a functional choice for everyday use.
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 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm
Video Recording1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions149 x 76 x 7.9 mm (5.87 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSand Gold, Glacier Silver
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMHybrid Dual 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
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes