Asus Zenfone 5 A501CG REVIEWS

KEY FEATURES OF ASUS ZENFONE 5 A501CG (BLACK, WITH 16 GB)

• 8 MP Pixel Master Camera with Auto Focus
• 5-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
• Intel Atom Processor with Hyper-Threading Technology
• Powerful Corning Gorilla Glass 3
• 2 GB RAM
• Android v4.3 (Jelly Bean) Upgradeable to v4.4 (KitKat) OS
• Expandable Storage Capacity of 64 GB

Exquisitely crafted, the Asus Zenfone 5 is a commixture of intelligent technology and beautiful design. This slim and elegant phone features a 2x2 Intel Atom processor, HD Display, Corning Gorilla Glass 3, PixelMaster technology and the intelligent ZenUI.

Uncompromising Mobile Experience

Packing a 1.6 GHz Intel dual core processor, PowerVR GPU and 2 GB RAM, enjoy flawless performance and responsiveness on the Asus Zenfone 5. Multitask seamlessly, switch between apps without any lags, browse through heavy webpages effortlessly, and indulge in immersive 3D gaming on the Asus Zenfone 5.

Grand Display

Enjoy a splendid mobile experience on the stunning 5-inch IPS display with 1280 x 720p HD resolution and 294 ppi. Powered by Asus TruVivid technology, immerse yourself in impressive visual clarity, beautiful colors and quality pictures. The Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protects the Asus Zenfone 5 from scratches and accidental screen damages.

Timeless Design

The Asus Zenfone 5 flaunts a simple, ergonomic and innovative design which has undergone stringent quality testing. The design incorporates the iconic concentric circle finish with a unique fine texture which lends the phone a classic look and feel.

Incredible Touch Experience

Experience impressive touch responsiveness on the Asus Zenfone 5 with a quick response time of 60 ms. An anti-fingerprint coating is applied on the screen to reduce smudges. Also, the Asus Zenfone 5 has increased display sensitivity so you can use the phone even while wearing gloves.


Superb Photos With PixelMaster

Click excellent photos with the 8 MP rear camera infused with Asus's unique PixelMaster technology which combines five brightness-enhancing lenses to achieve perfect photos. With the various photo features that PixelMaster provides, you can be assured of clicking high quality images. Also, the phone comes with a 2 MP camera.

Ultimate Sound Experience
A combination of high quality hardware and software, Asus's SonicMaster technology is designed to deliver an exceptional sound experience. This unique audio optimization technology has been developed by the Asus Golden Ear Team.

Dual SIM, Dual Standby
Experience the power of two phones in one with the Asus Zenfone 5 which features dual SIM standby support. Separate your work account from your personal account without the hassle of carrying two different phones. Moreover, the Asus Zenfone 5 provides excellent signal reception, thanks to its advanced antenna design.

Dual Carrier HSPA+
Stream HD videos or browse the web or work from anywhere with the Asus Zenfone 5 which supports network speeds up to 42 Mbps DC-HSPA+ and dual carrier.

Battery Life
The Asus Zenfone 5 packs a strong 2110 mAh battery which gives up to 18 hours of 3G talk time and 353 hours of 3G standby time. Moreover, the low-power Intel processor, power-efficient antenna design and the power saving mode admixture ensures that the battery lasts long without deterring the performance.

Asus ZenUI
Simple, intuitive, and extremely functional, the ZenUI is exclusively designed to function based on your needs. Features such as What's Next, Do It Later, Omlet Chat, PixelMaster, Zen Link, and Open Cloud provide smart options to prevent complications and ease out your life.

Operating System
The Asus Zenfone 5 comes with Android Jelly Bean 4.3 operating system installed in the device. The OS is upgradeable to the latest Android KitKat on this Asus device.

Memory
The Asus Zenfone 5 offers up to 16 GB of internal memory to store all your multimedia files and important documents. The memory of the device is expandable up to 64 GB via a micro SD card. Along with these memory options, Asus provides 5 GB free lifetime Asus web storage.

Connectivity
Enjoy endless around-the-clock connectivity with friends and family via 3G or Wi-Fi on your Asus Zenfone 5. Furthermore, the phone lets you transfer data to other devices via Bluetooth or USB connect.

SPECIFICATIONS OF ASUS ZENFONE 5 A501CG 

GENERAL FEATURES
In the Box	Handset, Charger, Manual, Headset, USB Cable, Warranty Card
Brand	Asus
Model Name	Zenfone 5
Model ID	A501CG
Form	Bar
SIM Size	Micro SIM
SIM Type	Dual Sim, GSM + GSM
Touch Screen	Yes, Capacitive
Handset Color	Black

PLATFORM
Operating Freq	GSM - 850, 900, 1800, 1900; UMTS - 2100
OS	Android v4.3 (Jelly Bean), Upgradable to v4.4 (KitKat)
Processor	1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2560 Processor with Intel Hyper Threading Technology, Dual Core

DISPLAY
Size	5 Inches
Resolution	HD, 1280 x 720 Pixels
Other Display Features	10-finger Multi-touch Panel, IPS Display, Supports Glove Touch Input, Corning Gorilla Glass 3

CAMERA
Primary Camera	Yes, 8 Megapixel
Secondary Camera	Yes, 2 Megapixel
Flash	LED
Other Camera Features	Auto Focus

DIMENSIONS
Size	72.8x148.2x10.34 mm
Weight	145 g

BATTERY
Type	Lithium, 2110 mAh
Talk Time	18 hrs (3G)
Standby Time	353 hrs (3G)

MEMORY AND STORAGE
Internal	16 GB
Expandable Memory	microSD, upto 64 GB
Memory	2 GB RAM

INTERNET & CONNECTIVITY
GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
3G	Yes, 42 Mbps HSDPA; 5.76 Mbps HSUPA, HSPA+
Wifi	Yes, 802.11 b/g/n
USB Connectivity	Yes
Navigation Technology	A-GPS, GLONASS, with Google Maps
Bluetooth	Yes, v4, Supported Profiles (EDR, A2DP)

MULTIMEDIA
Music Player	Yes, Supports MP3
Video Player	Yes
FM	Yes

OTHER FEATURES
SAR Value	At the Head - 0.710 W/Kg, At the Body - 0.607 W/Kg
Call Memory	Yes
SMS Memory	Yes
Phone Book Memory	Yes
Additional Features	5 GB Free Lifetime ASUS Web Storage, Mirac Wi-Fi Protocol Wi-Fi Support

WARRANTY
Warranty Summary	1 year manufacturer warranty for Phone and 6 months warranty for in the box accessories

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