Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz)
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360° View
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Key Specs
Performance
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Intel Atom Z2560 -
Dual Core, 1.6 GHz -
2 GB RAM, LPDDR2
Display
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5.0 inches (12.7 cm); IPS LCD -
720x1280 px (HD) -
Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 8 MP Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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2 MP
Battery
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2110 mAh, Li-Polymer
General
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SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Micro -
5G Not Supported -
8 GB / 16 GB Storage, Expandable upto 64 GB
Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz) Prices in India
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Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz) Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
The 8GB variant of the Zenfone 5 will be yours for Rs 9,999, while you can opt for the 16GB version if you’re willing to shell out Rs 12,999. At this cost, it’s a worthy alternative to the Moto G (review), which has so far been ruling the roost in this price bracket. The Zenfone 5 trumps over it because of the larger screen and double the RAM, not to mention a better camera. The other 5-inch options available in a similar price bracket as the 16GB Zenfone 5 include the Huawei Honor 3C (first impressions) and the Micromax Canvas Turbo, but the Zenfone 5 still stands out thanks to its camera...
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Pros
- Stylish looks
- Smooth performance
- Lovely display
- Feature-loaded and capable snapper
- Fresh-looking UI with tons of useful features
- Host of handy apps
Cons
- The design`s mainstay, the concentric circle pattern, is prone to scratches
- Average battery life
Specs at a glance
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5-inch, 1,280 x 720 display
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Ups the ante in the looks department
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Clad in matte black (it comes in other colours like white, red and gold too), the Zenfone 5’s chassis is made out of polycarbonate, and features a curved rear that feels quite ergonomic in the hand. In fact, it reminds us of last year’s HTC One, and at first glance, looks like it sports a similar unibody design.
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A yummy screen that’s a visual treat
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The 5-inch screen size, once considered to be quite large, has now become the bread-and-butter offering from most smartphone vendors. While we still consider 4.7-inches to be the sweet spot, 5-inch displays are quite handy too – not too small to make usability an issue and not too large to affect portability and handling. The ASUS Zenfone 5 offers exactly this, and the resolution it sports is 1,280 x 720 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of 294ppi.
Read More
Master of pixels, and a creature of the night
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ASUS touts the 8-meg shooter on the Zenfone 5 as one of its highlights. Sporting a 5-element optical formula lens and an f/2.0 aperture, it also comes loaded with PixelMaster tech that promises great low-light imaging.
Read More
A state of Zen
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Samsung has its TouchWiz. HTC has its Sense. These, and quite a few others, have figured out that UI skins are a great way to differentiate. Even domestic vendor XOLO has been teasing its HIVE UI. ASUS’ effort is termed ZenUI, and it runs on the Zenfone 5 (and on the other models in the range) in all its colourful glory. ZenUI offers colourful icons, but its mainstay is the feature-set it brings to the table, both with the help of stuff which is baked in and also via preloaded apps. In the case of the Zenfone 5, this skin runs atop Android 4.3, and there will be a KitKat update for the device eventually.
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Intel inside, smiles outside
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The Zenfone 5 is powered by a dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor clocked at 1.6GHz, which is mated to 2GB of RAM and PowerVR SGX544MP2 graphics. While it doesn’t support USB OTG, you do get either 8 or 16GB of internal storage depending upon the variant you buy, and thanks to the presence of a microSD slot, can add up to 64GB more. Our review unit was the 8GB variant, and offered about 4.8GB available to use for apps, files and media.
Read More
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Verdict
The 8GB variant of the Zenfone 5 will be yours for Rs 9,999, while you can opt for the 16GB version if you’re willing to shell out Rs 12,999. At this cost, it’s a worthy alternative to the Moto G (review), which has so far been ruling the roost in this price bracket. The Zenfone 5 trumps over it because of the larger screen and double the RAM, not to mention a better camera. The other 5-inch options available in a similar price bracket as the 16GB Zenfone 5 include the Huawei Honor 3C (first impressions) and the Micromax Canvas Turbo, but the Zenfone 5 still stands out thanks to its camera... Read Full Verdict
- Stylish looks
- Smooth performance
- Lovely display
- Feature-loaded and capable snapper
- Fresh-looking UI with tons of useful features
- Host of handy apps
Pros
- The design`s mainstay, the concentric circle pattern, is prone to scratches
- Average battery life
Cons
Specs at a glance
+5-inch, 1,280 x 720 display
Read MoreUps the ante in the looks department
+Clad in matte black (it comes in other colours like white, red and gold too), the Zenfone 5’s chassis is made out of polycarbonate, and features a curved rear that feels quite ergonomic in the hand. In fact, it reminds us of last year’s HTC One, and at first glance, looks like it sports a similar unibody design.
Read MoreA yummy screen that’s a visual treat
+The 5-inch screen size, once considered to be quite large, has now become the bread-and-butter offering from most smartphone vendors. While we still consider 4.7-inches to be the sweet spot, 5-inch displays are quite handy too – not too small to make usability an issue and not too large to affect portability and handling. The ASUS Zenfone 5 offers exactly this, and the resolution it sports is 1,280 x 720 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of 294ppi.
Read MoreMaster of pixels, and a creature of the night
+ASUS touts the 8-meg shooter on the Zenfone 5 as one of its highlights. Sporting a 5-element optical formula lens and an f/2.0 aperture, it also comes loaded with PixelMaster tech that promises great low-light imaging.
Read MoreA state of Zen
+Samsung has its TouchWiz. HTC has its Sense. These, and quite a few others, have figured out that UI skins are a great way to differentiate. Even domestic vendor XOLO has been teasing its HIVE UI. ASUS’ effort is termed ZenUI, and it runs on the Zenfone 5 (and on the other models in the range) in all its colourful glory. ZenUI offers colourful icons, but its mainstay is the feature-set it brings to the table, both with the help of stuff which is baked in and also via preloaded apps. In the case of the Zenfone 5, this skin runs atop Android 4.3, and there will be a KitKat update for the device eventually.
Read MoreIntel inside, smiles outside
+The Zenfone 5 is powered by a dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor clocked at 1.6GHz, which is mated to 2GB of RAM and PowerVR SGX544MP2 graphics. While it doesn’t support USB OTG, you do get either 8 or 16GB of internal storage depending upon the variant you buy, and thanks to the presence of a microSD slot, can add up to 64GB more. Our review unit was the 8GB variant, and offered about 4.8GB available to use for apps, files and media.
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Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz) Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | July 30, 2014 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Custom UI | Zen UI |
Performance
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| Chipset | Intel Atom Z2560 |
| Processor | Dual core, 1.6 GHz, Intel Atom |
| Architecture | 32 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | PowerVR SGX 544MP2 |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR2 |
Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.0 inches (12.7 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1280 px (HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 294 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 63.73 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 148.2 mm |
| Width | 72.8 mm |
| Thickness | 10.3 mm |
| Weight | 145 grams |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||
| Image Resolution | 3264 x 2448 Pixels | |||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||
| Shooting Modes |
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Macro Mode |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Digital image stabilization |
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| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
Front Camera
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 2110 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer |
| TalkTime | Up to 18.5 Hours(3G) |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 8 GB / 16 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 64 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Micro |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz) User Reviews
Asus Zenfone 5 (8GB, 1.6GHz) Key Highlights
| Processor | Intel Atom Z2560 |
| RAM & Storage | 2 GB RAM + 8 GB 2 GB RAM + 16 GB |
| Display | 5.0", 720 x 1280 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP |
| Front Camera | 2 MP |
| Battery | 2110 mAh |
Asus Zenfone 5 ( 1.6GHz) Price In India
| Product Name | Store | Price |
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| Asus Zenfone 5 ( 1.6GHz) (2 GB + 8 GB) | Flipkart | ₹8,499 |
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