Asus Zenfone 5Q
$350
Overview
Asus Zenfone 5Q is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6-inch LCD IPS, Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
The device runs ROG UI with features like AirTriggers. Priced at $350, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Asus Zenfone 5Q
The display of Asus Zenfone 5Q measures 6 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2160 px resolution.
The camera system of Asus Zenfone 5Q features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 6MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps.
The battery of Asus Zenfone 5Q has 3300mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Asus Zenfone 5Q is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 508 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 71289.
The build of Asus Zenfone 5Q weighs 168g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 160.5 x 76 x 7.8 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Asus Zenfone 5Q
Asus Zenfone 5Q has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Asus Zenfone 5Q with Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Asus Zenfone 5Q receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Asus Zenfone 5Q has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Asus Zenfone 5Q at $350 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Asus Zenfone 5Q supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Asus Zenfone 5Q has a 6-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 5Q delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | N/A |
| 2G Bands | N/A |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | N/A |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | N/A |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 160.5 x 76 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 168 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | N/A |
| 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 |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD IPS |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080 x 2160 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 76 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 180 |
| 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 | N/A |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A53 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex • A53 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 508 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual camera support |
| Modem | Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 71289 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 RAM |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | N/A |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.6" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX351 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection |
| Pixel Binning | 2 um |
| Ultrawide | 6MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | HDR10 |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX376 Exmor RS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | N/A |
| 3.5mm Jack | N/A |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | NXP TFA9874 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Features | N/A |
| Bluetooth | N/A |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | N/A |
| Dual-Band GNSS | N/A |
| FM Radio | N/A |
| USB | USB On-The-Go (OTG) |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity | N/A |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | N/A |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W charger |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 Oreo |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App lock, file encryption |
| Accessibility | color inversion, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, 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!