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Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£750RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:5.92 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP

Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB)
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–²Better than 75% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

25%

8.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

9.0

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 74%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 68%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

8.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

9.0

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 57.9% of smartphones.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

7.2
Brand name
Asus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 59.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 87.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.92 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.92 inches which is smaller than the screens of 95.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
445 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 445 ppi which is higher than that of 78.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
146.5 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 146.5 mm which is shorter than 97.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
68.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 68.1 mm which is narrower than 98.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.4 mm which is thicker than 84.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Weight
172 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 172 g which is lighter than 92.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
89,352 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 89,352 cm³ which is smaller than 69.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 4.3x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,408 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,408 vs 3,115
  • 2.17x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2046 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,046 vs 942
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.05 vs 8.000).
    8.05 vs 8
  • 4.3x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,408 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,408 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.17x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2046 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,046 vs 942
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 3.01x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,693 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,693 vs 1,226
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 81.4% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,103 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,103 vs 608
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 12.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (445 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    445 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 100 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1100 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,100 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 12.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (172 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    172 g vs 196.2 g
  • 7.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (68.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    68.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 17.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (146.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    146.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 2.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.2 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.2 vs 8
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.75 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 2.88x more expensive
    Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£750 vs £260).
    £750 vs £260
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 2.88x more expensive
    Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£750 vs £260).
    £750 vs £260
  • 1.4% worse value for money
    Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.24 vs 7.3).
    7.24 vs 7.34
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.75 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 86.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (807 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    807 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • 1.1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Taiwan vs China
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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ephotozine.com
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uswitch.com
17/08/2023
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pocket-lint.com
29/06/2023
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androidpolice.com
29/06/2023
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eftm.com
21/11/2023
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ephotozine.com
29/06/2023
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ephotozine.com
03/08/2023
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laptopmag.com
29/06/2023
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androidcentral.com
24/07/2023
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xda-developers.com
25/08/2023
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forbes.com
29/06/2023
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cnet.com
29/06/2023
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wired.com
07/09/2023
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techradar.com
23/08/2023
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tomsguide.com
22/08/2023
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galaxus.fr
23/06/2029
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01net.com
23/06/2029
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global.techradar.com
23/08/2031
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techadvisor.com
04/07/2023
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What we like about Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Extremely compact and comfortable for one-handed use, a rarity for a flagship phone.
  • Top-tier performance thanks to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting a full day or more with moderate use, a significant improvement over its predecessors.
  • Inclusion of a rare 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • The 6-axis hybrid gimbal stabilization 2.0 provides very steady photos and smooth video recording.
  • Clean, near-stock Android experience with useful customization options and minimal bloatware.
  • Durable build quality with IP68 water and dust resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus screen protection.
  • The side-mounted fingerprint sensor is fast, reliable, and doubles as a customizable 'ZenTouch' trackpad for scrolling and gestures.
  • Support for 15W wireless charging, a new addition over the Zenfone 9.
  • Stereo speakers are loud, clear, and feature Dirac tuning for enhanced audio quality.
  • Vibrant and sharp 5.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate (144Hz in supported games).

What we don't like about Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Short software support policy, with only two years of Android OS updates and four years of security updates, falling short of competitors like Samsung and Google.
  • Camera performance is considered a weak point; photos can sometimes be over-saturated or lack detail, and there is no telephoto lens.
  • The ultra-wide-angle and selfie cameras are seen as a downgrade from the predecessor, lacking autofocus and producing softer images.
  • The phone can get very hot and experience performance throttling under heavy or sustained load.
  • Charging speed (30W wired, 15W wireless) is considered slow compared to other modern flagships.
  • The display is an 8-bit panel (not 10-bit LTPO), which may result in color banding and less power efficiency than competitor screens.
  • Some users report minor software bugs and the physical volume buttons can feel slightly loose.
  • The USB-C port is an older 2.0 standard, limiting data transfer speeds.
  • The phone's design is very similar to its predecessor, which some users found uninspired, and the back material, while grippy, can feel less 'premium' than glass alternatives.

Verdict

The Asus Zenfone 10 (8GB + 256GB model) is a compact powerhouse running on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, featuring a 5.9-inch 144Hz AMOLED display perfect for one-handed use. Key strengths include its versatile 50MP main camera with 6-axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0 for smooth video, robust 4300mAh battery life, and useful features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and wireless charging support. Potential drawbacks are its relatively small screen size compared to market rivals and the fact it receives only two major OS updates.

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