Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite
Performance
47.254.1
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
22.425.3
Build
67.990.1
Connectivity
44.246.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
32.536.8
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite has a larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution but a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Zenfone Go is powered by a Snapdragon 410 chipset, whereas the Redmi Y1 Lite utilizes a slightly more advanced Snapdragon 425.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Redmi Y1 Lite offers phase detection autofocus, which may enhance focus speed.
- The Zenfone Go has a smaller 2600 mAh battery compared to the 3080 mAh battery in the Redmi Y1 Lite, providing potentially longer usage time.
- Build quality differs as well, with the Zenfone using a plastic back and frame, while the Redmi Y1 Lite features a more premium aluminum back and frame.
- Finally, the Zenfone runs on Android 6.0, while the Redmi Y1 Lite comes with Android 7.0 and MIUI 11, offering a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone Go ZB500KL
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite
General
Release Date
2016
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
N/A
Versions: Redmi Y1 Lite (India); Redmi Note 5A (China, Malaysia)
Display
Size
5"
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 (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 306
Adreno 308
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB 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
3080 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3080 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)
153 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm (6.02 x 3.00 x 0.30 in)
Weight
150 g
150 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Glacier Gray, Sheer Gold, Silver Blue, Glamour Red, Charcoal Black, Pearl White
Gold, Dark Grey, Silver, Rose Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
1.53 W/kg (head) 1.32 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Hybrid Dual SIM (Dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / 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
4.2, 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 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

