Overall Score
56.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#4256)56.8
Performance(#8945)54.3
Camera(#4287)42.4
Display(#4754)70.5
Battery(#2229)58.5
Build(#6411)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL features a sturdy design with dimensions of 150.5 x 73.3 x 8.8 mm and a weight of 156g, available in black, gold, and silver.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 282 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset with a quad-core 1.4 GHz CPU and Adreno 308 GPU, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 4100 mAh battery, but it lacks fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7 (Nougat) with an upgrade option to Android 8 (Oreo) and ZenUI 4, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, though it retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL combines decent specifications with a reliable build for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
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
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.5 x 73.3 x 8.8 mm (5.93 x 2.89 x 0.35 in)
Weight156 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Silver
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
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 4
OS VersionAndroid 7 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 4
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes