ASUS today officially announced the availability of the ASUS ZenFone Max (ZC550KL) smartphone. Touting a 38-day standby time thanks to its massive 5,000 mAh battery, the ZenFone Max can even double as a power bank, charging your other mobile devices on-the-go! Take a look at its key features…
ASUS ZenFone Max Key Features
5000mAh battery holds charge for 38 days
ZenFone Max’s sleek frame secretes a monster battery — a 5000mAh cell custom-crafted from lithium-polymer to pack the maximum energy into the minimum space!
Your go-everywhere power bank
Long-lasting 5000mAh battery that smarts charge other devices! Just connect your gadget to turn ZenFone Max into an instant power bank for juicing up on the go!
13MP clarity with ultra-fast laser auto-focus
PixelMaster camera with f/2.0-aperture lens that captures stunning, hi-resolution photos with zero shutter lag. The ultra-fast laser auto-focus feature greatly reduces blurring and enhances image stabilization, and industry-leading Low Light mode employs pixel-merging technology to capture up to 400% brighter photos at night or in low-light scenes – without flash!
Look sharp, travel smooth
Surrounded by a striking metal-effect bezel that’s as stylish to behold as it is smooth to touch, so you’ll look sharp as it slips smoothly into your pocket or purse.
With the look and feel of embossed leather, ZenFone Max is finished to be as beautiful as it is powerful!
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Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor, ample power for your daily tasks and activities. Featuring LTE Category 4 for download speeds up to 150Mbps!
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4 – Stunningly strong, gorilla strong
Offers twice (2x) drop-damage resistance of its predecessor, a 2.5x increase in retained strength and 85% less likely to break in daily use — making it stronger than ever before!
A simpler, smarter, more personalized ZenUI experience
Enjoy the freedom, connection, and expression of ASUS ZenUI, the sublime interface that makes everything easier, safer and more enjoyable than never before.
ASUS ZenFone Max Specifications
| Specifications | ASUS ZenFone Max (ZC550KL) |
|---|---|
| Platform | Android 5.0 Lollipop with ASUS ZenUI |
| Color Options | Black / White |
| Dimensions | 77.5 x 156 x 10.55 ~ mm (WxDxH) |
| Weight | 202 g (with battery) |
| CPU | Qualcomm MSM8916 QuadCore 1.2GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 306 |
| Memory | 2 GB LPDDR3 SDRAM |
| Storage | 16GB eMMC Flash 5GB free lifetime ASUS WebStorage |
| Memory Slot | MicroSD card (up to 64 GB) |
| Connectivity | WLAN 802.11 b/g/n Micro USB (support OTG) Bluetooth V4.0+EDR +A2DP Dual Micro SIM card SIM1 Support2G/3G/4G SIM2 Support2G/3G Dual SIM Dual Stand By Wi-Fi direct |
| Network Standards | WCDMA/TD-SCDMA/FDD-LTE Dual SIM Dual Stand By SIM1 Support2G/3G/4G SIM2 Support2G/3G |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, AGPS & BDS |
| Display | 5.5inches, HD 1280x720,IPS Scratch Resistant Corning® Glass with anti-fingerprint coating, Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4, Supports GloveTouch input, 450nits brightness, ASUS TrueVivid Full Screen Lamination technology, 178˚ viewing angle |
| Battery | 5000 mAh Li-Polymer (non-removable) |
| Standby Time | 914 hours |
| Talk Time | 37.63 hours |
| Camera | Front Camera - 5 Mega-Pixel - f/2.0 Aperture - Zero Shutter Lag - Back Light (HDR) mode with ASUS PixelEnhancing Technology - Low Light mode - Real Time Beautification - Night mode - Selfie mode - HDR mode Rear Camera - 13 Mega-Pixel - 0.03 second laser auto-focus - LED Flash - f/2.0 Aperture - dual-color Real Tone flash - Zero Shutter Lag - Back Light (HDR) mode - Low Light mode - Manual Mode for DSLR-like camera settings - Real Time Beautification - Night mode - Depth of field - Selfie mode - Panorama mode - Rear 0.03 second laser auto-focus |
| Sensors | Accelerator / E-Compass / Proximity / Ambient Light Sensor / Hall Sensor |
| Accessories | Adapter Type + Plug USB sync Cable 3.5mm Wired Headset with Mic OTG Cable |
ASUS ZenFone Max Price & Availability
The ASUS ZenFone Max is priced at RM 899 (~US$ 209), and available with immediate effect from ASUS dealers and online stores. Check out the following prices :