Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL
$249
Overview
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 6.8-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 652 chipset, 23 main camera, and 4600 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $249, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL
The display of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL measures 6.8 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 3 Ultra ZU680KL features 1 rear cameras: 23 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL has 4600mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL is powered by the Snapdragon 652 chipset with Adreno 510 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 3800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 78000.
The memory of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL weighs 233.0g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Dimensions measure 186.4 x 93.9 x 6.8 mm.
The software of Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL runs Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 3 with ZenUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL has a 23 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL with Snapdragon 652 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL has a 4600mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL at $249 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL has a 6.8-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ZU680KL 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
6.8"
Main Camera
23
Chipset
Snapdragon 652
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 / 800 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $499 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 186.4 x 93.9 x 6.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 233.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Glacier Silver", "Titanium Gray", "Metallic Pink"] |
| 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 324 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 72.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 60 |
| 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 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 3 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 652 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 510 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X8 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 78000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 23 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.6" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX230 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | 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 | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| 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 | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, dual speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | NXP TFA9874 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-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 | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4600 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 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 | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), ZenUI 3 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZenUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, SIM ejector, case |
| 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!