Asus Zenfone 3 max - two smartphones, one model

Asus Zenfone 3 Max - this is not one specific marking of the phone model. This may seem strange to someone, but under this set of letters and numbers there are two devices at once hidden. They differ in almost everything. In order not to confuse, before buying, you should learn more about the configuration of the purchased device.

Model	Asus Zenfone 3 max
Dimensions, weight	73.7 × 149.5 × 8.55 mm, 148 grams
Screen	Capacitive, IPS-matrix 5.2 / 5.5 "with a resolution of 720 × 1280 pixels
OS	Android version 7.0
Chipset	Four cores, MediaTek MT6737T / Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937, 1400 MHz
Graphics processor	Mali-T720 / Adreno 505
RAM / ROM	2/16 + there is support for microSD memory cards up to 128GB
Interfaces	Wi-Fi 802.11n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.0, USB, 3.5 mm for headset
Cameras	13/15 MP (F / 2.2) + 5 MP, flash
Battery	non-removable, lithium-polymer (Li-Pol) with a capacity of 4130 mAh

Design and management

Asus Zenfon 3 Max is visually very similar to the usual third-generation zenfon. Is that in terms of style, the device began to look less aggressive. The choice is presented three colors: gold, silver and gray.

The time has passed when manufacturers with each new product line experimented on external forms. Today, trends and fashion, which is set by several of the most successful and popular form factors, rule the show. That is why, taking in the hands of the next Zenfon, you can feel some sense of deja vu.

If at first glance the smartphone is not much different from most modern gadgets, then you should take a closer look, and the picture changes. Much attention here is paid to the details: the ergonomics of the device, the size of the screen, its location, the study of the case materials. The side edges produce a pleasant visual impression and provide the necessary comfort due to the stiffener.

Three-quarters of the front panel of the case takes the screen. Safety glass is somewhat rounded. It is done on technology 2,5D. There are frames on the sides, but they are absolutely not striking. Above is the front camera, speaker and proximity sensor and light.Here is the LED that is responsible for displaying events: incoming messages, notifications, letters, etc. Very convenient and useful feature.

Below, traditionally, is the company logo of the company. Touch buttons at the smartphone is not provided. Their functions are performed by the usual, on-screen. On the left is a tray under the SIM card and memory card. On the right is power and volume control. On both buttons there are branded roundness, which are found on many gadgets from Asus. There is a headphone jack on top, a microphone hole and charging from below.

On the back side, everything is also pretty standard: a fingerprint sensor, a flash and the main photo module. Despite the fact that the Asus Zenfone 3 Max smartphone looks pretty standard, it’s nice to handle. In many ways, this effect is achieved by special surface texture of the device.

Asus Zenfone 3 Max

Screen features

Review Asus Zenfone 3 Max continues the display options. From the point of view of modern technology, the resolution of the screen can hardly be called high. 1280 × 720 can be seen on most budget models. The screen diagonal is 5.2 inches, ppi will be 282. Small pixelation present, but it is not very striking. When reading or working with applications, individual squares are also not distracting. But such a screen noticeably loses in the fight against competitors who have FullHD on board.

The brightness settings are standard, they are not surprising, but it can be adjusted by itself. Contrast is also not enough stars from the sky. Position saves the presence of an anti-glare display surface. Thanks to this option, the smartphone can be quite comfortable to use even in direct sunlight. Automatic screen settings do their job perfectly.

The transfer of colors is implemented well, as well as viewing angles. White and black colors look deep, without distortion. Is that with a large angle of inclination black is slightly distorted to purple. As for multitouch, he does an excellent job with five touches at once.

Memory and performance

Asus Zenfone 3 Max features hint that this is a mid-range phone. Here, the paths of the two twin brothers diverge to ensure user choice. The youngest model is built on the MTC, the eldest on the Kvalkomm.Both processors, regardless of the manufacturer, are representatives of the “golden” middle. These are far from the most productive solutions in their class, but for most tasks they should be enough.

Important! Both phones, hiding under the same name, Asus Zenfone 3 Max zc520tl and Asus Zenfone 3 Max zc553kl, ​​have 2 GB of RAM.

In everyday life, the smartphone does not slow down. Work happens comfortably, without suspensions and unexpected failures or reloads from scratch. Is that with the performance in games will have to find a compromise between the picture and speed - such is the fee for the "budget".

Benchmarks show about the same picture. The device is not able to run heavy games at maximum settings, there may be problems with multitasking. However, the user himself is unlikely to want to load his not very fast smartphone with heavy applications. The performance of the gadget is estimated at a solid "four", but that one can be said to be issued in advance for stability of the operating system and modest appetites of the processor.

operating system

Phone Asus Zenfon 3 Max works on the seventh Android.From the factory it comes on the sixth version of the popular OS, later updated. The gadget comes with a proprietary graphic shell. The solution is quite popular, many well-known brands prefer to modify the empty system. This is done to introduce their own software solutions, new gestures, commands, etc. On the device installed ZenUI. If you examine the reviews, you can find that users consider it one of the most successful branded shells. Both models, hiding under the same name, work on this system.

OS from "Asus" is convenient to use immediately, out of the box. It already exists minimum of pre-installed solutions, without which it will be difficult to do the average user. However, if the owner of the smartphone wishes to customize the workspace as much as possible, there is always a flexible system of settings for his services.

Stylistically, the shell is not much different from the usual Android. Minimalism, material design are inherent and ZenUI. Perhaps that is why, in a cursory study, it does not produce the effect of novelty at all. In order to experience all the benefits first hand, the system must be used.The OS turned out to be comfortable, with a convenient virtual keyboard and a menu of active applications. Modest design and plenty of settings make it easy to use it even a novice user.

Quality of communication and sound

The device supports all current communication methods of today. Navigation is done using a GPS module. There is both Wi-Fi and mobile Internet. Smartphone able to work in the networks of the third and fourth generation. Depending on the revision of the model itself, which has different processors, we can talk about the quality of 4G support. Since the processors are different, the number of bundles supported is different. Accordingly, in some regions, LTE may not function.

Important! The phone is not equipped with an NFC module. It would be strange to expect a popular technological solution for such a reasonable price. Not every company allows itself such experiments.

Sound when talking good, clear, without extraneous noise. The speaker conveys the voice of the interlocutor without tangible distortion, it is pleasant to talk on the phone. The sound in the built-in player can be called acceptable and even good. This is not a musical smartphone, but the model did not pretend to such a title.In general, the devices from "Asus" have always been famous for good sound.

Battery and autonomy

One of the most important points in the modern apparatus. Without a reserve of autonomy, even the most advanced smartphone is rapidly losing points of attractiveness. Fortunately, in terms of the duration of the work of the smartphone Asus Zenfon 3 Max zc553kl, ​​like his “younger brother”, everything is fine.

The battery has a capacity of as much as 4130 mAh - this is a very good indicator. Not every flagship or premium segment phone can boast something similar. The average work cycle per day can be safely multiplied by two. The phone is able to hold out for two days and not be discharged “to zero”. Of course, with a heavy load, these figures will slightly decrease.

Important! Fast charging is not provided. A long charge of up to 100% will serve as a spoon of tar. This is due to a higher capacity than most smartphones. Both revisions show a similar picture of autonomy.

Camera Specifications

The older model has a 15 megapixel module, the youngest 13 megapixels. Indicators aperture they are the same, F / 2. Camera - not the strongest side of the phone. She is able to take good pictures, but you should not count on something outstanding.In part, the picture can be corrected by settings, but not all parameters can be adjusted manually.

The front-facing Asus Zenfone 3 Max camera in both models has a 5 megapixel resolution. This is enough to take a picture on the go, quick self-portrait, but not enough for a quality selfie. There is a built-in laser autofocus, and in some cases it even helps out blur effect. The color rendition and angle of capture of the picture force the user to rotate the gadget in his hands before fixing the frame he likes.

Conclusion

Two devices, hiding under the same name, represent a typical state employee. These are good gadgets that demonstrate a similar picture of work, both in performance and in autonomy.

Devices are built on different platforms to allow the user to choose the one he prefers. The model on the MTC will cost an average of 7490 rubles.The price for the device on Qualcomm is somewhat higher - 9990 p. Both smartphones are definitely worth the money.

Asus Zenfone 3 Max