Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
BlackBerry KEY2
Performance
60.362.5
Camera
45.445.4
Display
70.570.5
Battery
58.558.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
60.360.9
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
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
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
12 MP
Main Camera Details
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
Front Camera
13 MP
8 MP
Front Camera Details
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW 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 & Design
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)
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Blue, Titanium
Black, Silver, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
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
Software
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
OS Version
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

