Overall Score
58.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3532)58.3
Performance(#4507)60.3
Camera(#954)50.0
Display(#4747)70.5
Battery(#7954)43.5
Build(#6403)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL features a sleek design with dimensions of 146.9 x 74 x 7.7 mm and a weight of 144 grams, available in Sapphire Black, Moonlight White, and Shimmer Gold.
- Its 5.2-inch Super IPS+ display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset and an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU, it provides smooth performance with options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture and 4-axis OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A modest 8 MP front camera is included for selfies.
- The 2600 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.1 with an upgrade path to Nougat, it features ZenUI 3 for a customized experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Zenfone 3 ZE520KL combines a solid build, competent performance, and a capable camera in a compact form factor.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: ZE520KL, ZA520KL
Display
Size5.2"
TypeSuper IPS+
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF, 4-axis OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions146.9 x 74 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.91 x 0.30 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSapphire Black, Moonlight White, Shimmer Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps (Global) or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps (TW/HK/SG/PH)
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