Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Live ZB501KL
Xiaomi Redmi 6A
Performance
52.156.0
Camera
27.919.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
22.624.2
Build
77.883.2
Connectivity
48.953.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
36.637.8
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone Live ZB501KL features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi 6A has a slightly larger 5.45-inch IPS LCD with a higher resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Zenfone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, whereas the Redmi 6A utilizes a more efficient Mediatek Helio A22 chipset.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera, but the Redmi 6A offers phase detection autofocus (PDAF) for improved focus.
- The Zenfone has a 2650 mAh battery, while the Redmi 6A has a larger 3000 mAh battery, providing potentially longer usage.
- The Zenfone runs on Android 6.0 with ZenUI 3.5, while the Redmi 6A operates on Android 8.1 with MIUI 12, offering a more updated software experience.
- Build quality differs as well, with the Zenfone featuring an aluminum back and frame, compared to the plastic back and frame of the Redmi 6A.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone Live ZB501KL
Xiaomi Redmi 6A
General
Release Date
2017
2018
Announced
2017
2018
Description
Also known as Asus Zenfone 3 Go
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5.45"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 306
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 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, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2, 1.4µm, AF
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
LED falsh
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2650 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2650 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
141.2 x 71.7 x 8 mm (5.56 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.81 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Weight
120 g
145 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Shimmer Gold/Rose, Pink/Navy Black
Black, Grey, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.78 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/150 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
4.0, A2DP
4.2, 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 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 3.5
Android 8.1 (Oreo), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

