Overall Score
58.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#3653)58.1
Performance(#8936)54.3
Camera(#4284)42.4
Display(#4745)70.5
Battery(#1104)63.5
Build(#2053)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 156 x 77.5 x 10.6 mm and weighing 202 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and an Adreno 306 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera has a 13 MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 5 MP.
- A standout feature is its 5000 mAh battery, which provides extended usage without fast charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 5.0.1 Lollipop, upgradable to 6.0.1 Marshmallow, with ZenUI for customization.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0.
- It lacks water resistance and 5G support, but includes a headphone jack.
- The Zenfone Max is available in black and white colors.
- Overall, it offers a solid combination of features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2015
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 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions156 x 77.5 x 10.6 mm (6.14 x 3.05 x 0.42 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual 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, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
OS VersionAndroid 5.0.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes