Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
$180
Overview
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 630 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
The display of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL features 2 rear cameras: 12 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has 3300mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset with Adreno 508Adreno 512 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 4100 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 86978.
The memory of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM.
The connectivity of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL weighs 165.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 155.4 x 75.2 x 7.7 mm.
The software of Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL runs Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), ZenUI 4 with ZenUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL with Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 4 ZE554KL 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
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 630
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 155.4 x 75.2 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 165.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Moonlight white", "Mint Green", "Midnight Black"] |
| 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) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 71.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), ZenUI 4 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex A53)Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 508Adreno 512 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF, HDR |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4100 |
| AnTuTu Score | 86978 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.55" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX362 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| 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 | 1/3.06" |
| 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 | Hi-Res Audio certified |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| 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 | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 4.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 50 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 7.1.1 (Nougat), ZenUI 4 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZenUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, data encryption |
| Accessibility | color inversion, font size, screen reader |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, case, 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!