Asus Zenfone 4 Max Pro ZC554KL
#3663
Samsung Galaxy A12
#3683Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone 4 Max Pro ZC554KL
Samsung Galaxy A12
Performance
59.167.6
Camera
27.919.1
Display
56.542.1
Battery
33.733.7
Build
77.867.9
Connectivity
51.961.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
39.439.3
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone 4 Max Pro ZC554KL features a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 has a larger 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Zenfone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 or 430 chipset, whereas the Galaxy A12 utilizes a Mediatek Helio P35, offering slightly better processing capabilities.
- The Zenfone's rear camera is 16 MP, compared to the A12's more versatile 48 MP quad-camera setup, which includes ultrawide and macro lenses.
- Both devices have a 5000 mAh battery, but the Zenfone supports 18W charging, while the A12 supports 15W.
- The Zenfone runs on Android 7 with ZenUI 4, while the A12 operates on Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 with One UI 4.1, providing a more modern software experience.
- Build quality differs as well, with the Zenfone featuring an aluminum frame and back, while the A12 has a plastic back and frame, making the Zenfone slightly more premium in feel.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone 4 Max Pro ZC554KL
Samsung Galaxy A12
General
Release Date
2017
2020, November 24
Announced
2017
2020, November 24
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.5"
6.5"
Type
IPS LCD
PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Adreno 308Adreno 505
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), PDAF
48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
16 MP, f/2.0, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
8 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
LED
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
18W wired2.5W reverse wired
15W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
154 x 76.9 x 8.9 mm (6.06 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight
181 g
205 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Deepsea Black, Sunlight Gold, Rose Pink
Black, White, Blue, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 4
Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer