Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL
$41.5
Overview
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $41.5, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL
The display of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with ARM Mali-T860 MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 41500.
The memory of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL weighs 183g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 152.4 x 77.2 x 10.9 mm.
The software of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL runs Android 5 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 2 with ZenUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL at $41.5 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE CA |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $232.94 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 152.4 x 77.2 x 10.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 183 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver"] |
| 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 | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 10:21 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 286 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Dragontrail glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 2 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | Octa-Core 4x Cortex • A53 1.5 GHz + 4x Cortex • A53 1.0 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-T860 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 41500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB 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 | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX258 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Laser AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Basic DAC |
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 | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | 2.0 |
| 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 | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic charging optimization |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 2 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZenUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB 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!
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE551KL covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks