Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL
#3653
Samsung Galaxy A02
#4305Category Breakdown
Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL
Samsung Galaxy A02
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.442.4
Display
70.567.5
Battery
63.558.5
Build
75.875.8
Overall
58.156.7
Summary
- The Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL features a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy A02 has a larger 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a slightly higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Zenfone Max is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, whereas the Galaxy A02 uses a Mediatek MT6739W, with the latter having a faster CPU clock speed.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the A02 includes an additional 2 MP macro lens and a wider aperture for better low-light performance.
- Both smartphones are equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, ensuring long usage times, but neither supports fast or wireless charging.
- The Zenfone Max's build includes Gorilla Glass 4 on the front, while the Galaxy A02 has a standard glass front, and both have plastic backs and frames.
- Software-wise, the Zenfone Max runs on Android 5.0.1 with ZenUI, while the Galaxy A02 operates on Android 10 with One UI Core 3.1, providing a more modern software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL
Samsung Galaxy A02
General
Release Date
2016
2021, January 27
Announced
2015
2021, January 27
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.5"
6.5"
Type
IPS LCD
PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6739W (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 306
PowerVR GE8100
Memory
8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
13 MP
Main Camera Details
13 MP, f/2.0
13 MP, f/1.9, (wide), AF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.0
5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
Reverse wired
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
156 x 77.5 x 10.6 mm (6.14 x 3.05 x 0.42 in)
164 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight
202 g
206 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black, Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, EDR
5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating System
Android 5.0.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, One UI Core 3.1
OS Version
Android 5.0.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, One UI Core 3.1
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes