Overall Score
57.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3782)57.7
Performance(#8921)54.3
Camera(#4273)42.4
Display(#4721)70.5
Battery(#2227)58.5
Build(#422)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 3 Max ZC520TL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 3 Max ZC520TL features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 149.5 x 73.7 x 8.6 mm and weighing 148 grams.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6737M chipset with a quad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Mali-T720MP2 GPU, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The device is powered by a robust 4130 mAh battery, which supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 with an upgrade option to 7.0 Nougat, it features ZenUI 3 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available colors are Titanium Grey, Glacier Silver, and Sand Gold, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Zenfone 3 Max ZC520TL combines solid build quality with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6737M (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4130 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4130 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions149.5 x 73.7 x 8.6 mm (5.89 x 2.90 x 0.34 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTitanium Grey, Glacier Silver, Sand Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
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
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes