Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG
$162
Overview
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch TFT, Snapdragon 410 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2040 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $162, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG
The display of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG measures 5 inches with TFT technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG has 2040mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG is powered by the Snapdragon 410 chipset with Arm Mali-G52 MC2 1000MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 400 single-core and 1200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 221000.
The memory of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG offers 2GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG weighs 505g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 143.7 x 71.5 x 10.5 mm.
The software of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI with ZenUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG with Snapdragon 410 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG has a 2040mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG at $162 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG has a 5-inch TFT with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE500KG delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 410
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800) |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $162 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143.7 x 71.5 x 10.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 505 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Ceramic White", "Silver", "Sheer Gold", "Glamour Red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis linear motor |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 206 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 410 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 1000MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Qualcomm Spectra 255 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 400 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 221000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | laser |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2040 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZenUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Private Space |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification gestures |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!