Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5885)54.5
Performance(#11651)51.3
Camera(#5056)42.1
Display(#2984)70.5
Battery(#3946)43.5
Build(#55)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 5 A500CG (2014)
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 5 A500CG features a plastic build with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 3, offering a solid feel despite its weight of 145g.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by an Intel Atom Z2580 dual-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz, paired with 2GB of RAM, which handles everyday tasks adequately.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2110 mAh, which may require frequent charging for heavy users.
- Running on Android 4.3, it is upgradable to 5.0.2, providing a relatively smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks NFC and 5G support.
- The device is available in multiple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Zenfone 5 combines functional design with competent specifications for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetIntel Atom Z2580
CPUDual-core 2.0 GHz
GPUPowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2110 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2110 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions148.2 x 72.8 x 10.3 mm (5.83 x 2.87 x 0.41 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCharcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Champagne Gold, Twilight Purple
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes