Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
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BlackBerry KEY2
#2955Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
BlackBerry KEY2
Performance
69.974.4
Camera
65.338.1
Display
58.958.9
Battery
33.726.6
Build
73.374.7
Connectivity
64.068.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
48.944.9
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) features a larger 6.26-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels, offering a higher screen-to-body ratio compared to the BlackBerry KEY2's 4.5-inch display at 1080 x 1620 pixels.
- Both devices utilize the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, but the Zenfone offers more RAM options, with configurations up to 6GB, while the KEY2 maxes out at 6GB.
- Camera capabilities are similar, with both having a 12 MP rear camera, but the KEY2 includes a secondary 12 MP lens for enhanced photography.
- The Zenfone Max Pro (M2) has a significantly larger 5000 mAh battery, providing longer usage time compared to the KEY2's 3500 mAh.
- In terms of build quality, the Zenfone uses Gorilla Glass 6 on the front, while the KEY2 features Gorilla Glass 3 and an aluminum frame, giving it a more premium feel.
- Both run Android 8.1, but the Zenfone is upgradable to Android 9.0, while the KEY2 remains on 8.1.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
BlackBerry KEY2
General
Release Date
2018
2018
Announced
2018
2018
Description
N/A
Versions: BBF100-1 (EU, Africa, AU); BBF100-2 (Canada, US, LATAM); BBF100-6 (ME, APAC, India); BBF100-4 (China)
Also known as BlackBerry Athena
Display
Size
6.26"
4.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
1080 x 1620 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~434 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 512
Adreno 512
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.9", 1.25μm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.3", 1.28µm, dual pixel PDAF12 MP, f/2.6, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
N/A
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
3500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
10W wired
18W wired, QC3, 50% in 36 min
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
157.9 x 75.5 x 8.5 mm (6.22 x 2.97 x 0.33 in)
151.4 x 71.8 x 8.5 mm (5.96 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Weight
175 g
168 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
Colors
Blue, Titanium
Black, Silver, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM - BBF100-6 only
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS2
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass