Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5884)54.5
Performance(#6622)54.3
Camera(#5051)42.1
Display(#2964)70.5
Battery(#3925)43.5
Build(#2726)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 5 A500KL (2014)
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 5 A500KL features a plastic build with a comfortable grip, measuring 148.2 x 72.8 x 10.3 mm and weighing 145g.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset and a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, it delivers satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The device includes 1GB or 2GB of RAM depending on the variant, with storage options of 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
- Battery capacity stands at 2110 mAh, which may require frequent charging under heavy use.
- Running on Android 4.4.2, it can be upgraded to 5.0.2, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- Special features include a variety of color options like Charcoal Black and Pearl White, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
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
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB 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
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCharcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Champagne Gold, Twilight Purple
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or 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, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes