Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5886)54.5
Performance(#6651)54.3
Camera(#5062)42.1
Display(#3018)70.5
Battery(#3978)43.5
Build(#2745)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone Go ZB551KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone Go ZB551KL features a plastic build with a weight of 160g and dimensions of 151 x 76.9 x 10.7 mm, available in multiple colors.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset and a quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, the performance is suitable for basic tasks, complemented by options of 16GB or 32GB storage paired with 2GB RAM.
- The rear camera includes an 8 MP or 13 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3010 mAh, providing adequate power without fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is basic, lacking modern updates.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- Notably, it has a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio enthusiasts.
- The device does not feature HDR support and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Zenfone Go ZB551KL is a straightforward smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP or 13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3010 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151 x 76.9 x 10.7 mm (5.94 x 3.03 x 0.42 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCharcoal Black, Pearl White, Lake Blue, Glacier Gray, Sheer Gold, Glamour Red, Floral Pink, Silver Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 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, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes