Overall Score
73.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#619)73.4
Performance(#774)90.1
Camera(#709)88.1
Display(#691)92.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#733)81.0
Connectivity(#142)88.2
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone 8
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone 8 features a compact design with dimensions of 148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 169 grams, utilizing Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and Gorilla Glass 3 on the back, supported by an aluminum frame.
- Its 5.9-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support, providing vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 660 GPU, making it suitable for demanding applications and gaming.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP wide lens and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording video in 8K and featuring optical image stabilization.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 30W fast charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11, it is upgradable to Android 13, ensuring access to the latest features and security updates.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device also includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio experiences.
- Special features include water resistance and a variety of storage configurations, accommodating different user needs.
- Overall, the Asus Zenfone 8 combines a robust build, impressive display, and strong performance in a compact form factor.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, May 12
Announced2021, May 12
DescriptionAlso known as Asus Zenfone 8z
Display
Size5.9"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 700 nits (HBM), 1100 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~446 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 660
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera12 MP, f/2.5, 28mm (standard), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details30W wired, PD3.0, 60% in 25 min, 100% in 80 minReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm (5.83 x 2.70 x 0.35 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
ColorsObsidian Black, Horizon Silver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass