Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL
$150
Overview
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 430 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL
The display of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL is powered by the Snapdragon 430 chipset with Adreno 505 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45000.
The memory of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL offers 4GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL weighs 150.0g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 149 x 76 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL runs Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) with ZenUI 3.0. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL with Snapdragon 430 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL 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 430
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 149 x 76 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 150.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum alloy |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Sand Gold", "Glacier Silver"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 430 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 505 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X6 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX214 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Laser + PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZenUI 3.0 |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| 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!