Overall Score
55.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5086)55.5
Performance(#6633)54.3
Camera(#3503)42.4
Display(#2981)70.5
Battery(#3941)43.5
Build(#53)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus ZenFone Live (L1) ZA550KL
Short Review
- The Asus ZenFone Live (L1) ZA550KL features a compact design with dimensions of 147.3 x 71.8 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 140g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels with a pixel density of approximately 293 ppi, providing decent visuals for everyday use.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, a quad-core 1.4 GHz CPU, and options for 1GB or 2GB of RAM, which handle basic tasks adequately.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture and can record video at 1080p, while a 5 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- The battery capacity stands at 3000mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition) with ZenUI 5, the software experience is streamlined for efficiency.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Space Blue and Rose Pink.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the ZenFone Live (L1) is a basic smartphone suitable for casual use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~293 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 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.3 x 71.8 x 8.2 mm (5.80 x 2.83 x 0.32 in)
Weight140 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSpace Blue, Rose Pink, Shimmer Gold, Midnight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-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
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 Oreo (Go edition), ZenUI 5
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 Oreo (Go edition), ZenUI 5
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes