Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL
Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime
Performance
53.560.3
Camera
27.919.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
29.329.3
Build
0.277.8
Connectivity
49.945.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
31.236.4
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL features a 5.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime has a slightly smaller 5.0-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~294 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Zenfone is powered by a Snapdragon 425 chipset with a quad-core CPU, whereas the Redmi 3s Prime utilizes a more capable Snapdragon 430 with an octa-core CPU, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Redmi 3s Prime offers a faster f/2.0 aperture compared to the f/2.4 of the Zenfone.
- Both devices are equipped with a 4100 mAh battery, but the Redmi 3s Prime supports 10W charging, while the Zenfone lacks fast charging.
- The Zenfone runs Android 7 (Nougat) with ZenUI 4, while the Redmi 3s Prime operates on Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) with MIUI 9.2, indicating a more updated software experience for the Zenfone.
- In terms of build quality, the Redmi 3s Prime has a glass front and aluminum back, making it feel more premium compared to the Zenfone's plastic construction.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone 4 Max ZC520KL
Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime
General
Release Date
2017
2016
Announced
2017
2016
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.2"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 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)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 308
Adreno 505
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4100 mAh
4100 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
Reverse wired
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
150.5 x 73.3 x 8.8 mm (5.93 x 2.89 x 0.35 in)
139.3 x 69.6 x 8.5 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.33 in)
Weight
156 g
144 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Gold, Silver
Gold, Dark Gray, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
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
4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 4
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), MIUI 9.2
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

