Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL
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Xiaomi Redmi 5A
#3991Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL
Xiaomi Redmi 5A
Performance
47.253.5
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
22.424.2
Build
67.992.8
Connectivity
44.249.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
32.537.0
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL and Xiaomi Redmi 5A both feature a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, but the Redmi 5A offers a slightly higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Redmi 5A is equipped with a more powerful Snapdragon 425 chipset and a higher clock speed, which may result in better overall efficiency.
- Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the Redmi 5A benefits from phase detection autofocus.
- The Redmi 5A also has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the 2600 mAh in the Zenfone Go, potentially offering longer usage time.
- Regarding build quality, the Zenfone Go has a plastic back and frame, while the Redmi 5A features an aluminum back and frame, contributing to a more premium feel.
- Finally, the Zenfone Go runs on Android 6.0, whereas the Redmi 5A comes with Android 7.1.2, which is upgradable to a newer version, providing a more modern software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL
Xiaomi Redmi 5A
General
Release Date
2016
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
N/A
For India; China
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~296 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 306
Adreno 308
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, AF
13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.0, AF
5 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2600 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
143.7 x 70.9 x 11.3 mm (5.66 x 2.79 x 0.44 in)
140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm (5.53 x 2.76 x 0.33 in)
Weight
150 g
137 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Glacier Gray, Sheer Gold, Silver Blue, Glamour Red, Charcoal Black, Pearl White
Gold, Dark Gray, Rose Gold, Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.53 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Hybrid Dual SIM (Dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 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
4.0, A2DP, EDR
4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
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 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1, MIUI 12
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity