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Asus Zenfone 3

Available. Released 2016, August 152.6  x  77.4  x  7.7 mm Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to v7.0 (Nougat)
Asus Zenfone 3

RM 1,299.00

Source last updated 28 Dec 2018 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625Chipset 64GB, 4 GB RAMRAM & Storage 16 MP, f/2.0, laser/phase detection autofocus, OIS (4-axis), dual-LED (dual tone) flashRear Camera Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh batteryBattery

Snapdragon 625 sits at the core of this one, an octa-core chip paired with Adreno 506 graphics and 4GB of RAM. That's enough for everyday multitasking without much fuss. Storage comes in at 64GB, and there's a microSD slot for another 256GB if you need it. The 5.5-inch Super IPS+ screen runs Full HD at 401 ppi, sharp enough for reading and video, and it's backed by a Gorilla Glass rear panel for some drop resistance.

On the camera side, you get a 16MP rear sensor with laser and phase detection autofocus plus OIS, which helps in low light and with steadier shots. It records up to 4K video, a rare inclusion at this level back when it launched. The 3000mAh battery isn't huge by today's standards but pairs with a Type-C port for faster charging and easier cable swapping.

Asus Zenfone 3 price in Malaysia starts from RM1299. It runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box, upgradable to Nougat, and ships in Sapphire Black, Moonlight White or Shimmer Gold.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2016, August

Performance

Processor
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625
GPU
Adreno 506
RAM & Storage
64GB, 4 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot)
OS
Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to v7.0 (Nougat)
Battery
Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
5.5 inches (~70.6% screen-to-body ratio)
1080 x 1920 pixels (~401 ppi pixel density)
Display type
Super IPS+ capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes, up to 10 fingers

Body

Dimension
152.6  x  77.4  x  7.7 mm
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)
Body Type
Corning Gorilla Glass back panel (unspecified version)
Colors
Sapphire Black, Moonlight White, Shimmer Gold

Connectivity

SIM
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM/ Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Data Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps (Global), LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps (Taiwan)
Wifi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
v4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
Infrared
Yes
USB
v2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
Radio
FM radio

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
16 MP, f/2.0, laser/phase detection autofocus, OIS (4-axis), dual-LED (dual tone) flash
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, 1080p
Video
2160p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR

Audio

Loud Speaker
Voice 65dB / Noise 70dB / Ring 76dB
Sound Jack
Yes
\- 24-bit/192kHz audio
Sound Type
Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones

Frequently asked questions

Does the Asus Zenfone 3 support 5G?

Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps (Global), LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps (Taiwan)), the Asus Zenfone 3 does not support 5G.

How much RAM and storage does the Asus Zenfone 3 have?

The Asus Zenfone 3 comes with 64GB, 4 GB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the Asus Zenfone 3?

The Asus Zenfone 3 has a Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery battery.

Is the Asus Zenfone 3 still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the Asus Zenfone 3 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2016, August).

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