Gone are the days when I practically just use my mobile phone to call and to send text messages. Smartphone has been part of my everyday life. I usually check my e-mails using my phone. It comes in handy when I drive and search for directions or routes to avoid traffic. I update my social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) using my phone too. I save my appointments, meetings, and events on my phone’s calendar. I browse the internet using my phone more than my laptop. And when I have to kill time, my numerous games and music keep me company. My phone isn’t just for emergency purposes anymore. This is why I’m always on the lookout for new and impressive smartphones.

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Most of us equate famous big brands with impressive gadget specifications to high price point. Well, I guess that’s pretty obvious until I was given these two gorgeous phones- Asus Zenfone 4 and Asus Zenfone 5.

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Who doesn’t know Asus?! It is one of the top brands when it comes to gadgets. Let me unbox and review these two phones.

Asus Zenfone 4 Review

 

Box inclusions: power adapter, USB connector, mobile phone, battery, user manual, warranty card

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  • Platform: 4.3 (KitKat Upgradable)
  • It’s very light!!! Weight is 115 g.
  • 4.5 inch display

To give you an idea on its size, the length is about 1.5 regular-sized lipstick.

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I can type with just one hand. My thumb can reach both left and right ends of the keyboard while holding the phone.

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  • Dual sim
  • CPU: Intel Atom Z2520 1.2 Ghz with Hyper Thread Technology
  • 1 GB memory- This isn’t too big, especially when you use applications that require too much memory (usually for games). But this is good enough for e-mails, social media apps (like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter).
  • 8GB eMMC Flash storage- This can be small if you save so much photos or music, but it has a memory slot where you can put additional MicroSD card up to 64 GB!
  • Display: 800×480 TFT LCD Screen , Pixel Density 233 ppi
  • Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3: Damage and scratch resistant
  • Fast touch response
  • Touch-sensitive buttons
  • Battery: 1600 mAh Lithium
  • Camera: Front VGA, Rear 5 Mega-Pixel, w/o flash
  • It comes in 5 colors- Red, Yellow, Black, White, and Blue.
  • Price is just PHP 3,995

Asus Zenfone 5 Review

 

Box inclusions: power adapter, USB connector, mobile phone, battery, earphones, user manual, warranty card

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  • Platform: 4.3 (KitKat Upgradable)
  • It’s very light for its size. Weight is 144 g.
  • 5 inch display

To give you an idea on its size, the length is almost 2 regular-sized lipsticks.

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I need two hands to type.

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  • Dual sim
  • CPU Intel Atom Z2560 1.6 Ghz with Hyper Thread Technology
  • 2 GB memory
  • 8GB eMMC Flash storage- This can be small if you save so much photos or music, but it has a memory slot where you can put additional MicroSD card up to 64 GB!
  • Display 1280×720 HD IPS Display, Pixel Density 294 ppi
  • Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3: Damage and scratch resistant
  • Fast touch response
  • Touch-sensitive buttons
  • You can also type even if you’re wearing gloves.
  • Battery 2110 mAh Lithium
  • Camera: Front 2 Mega-Pixel, Rear 8MP PixelMaster camera w/ LED Flash, F2.0 Aperture with low light mode and image stabilzation
  • It comes in 5 colors- Red, Purple, Gold, Black, and White
  • Price is just PHP 6,495

Both phones run on Intel processor. The problem with a lot of smartphones at these price points is the touch response. One of the first few things I noticed when I turned on the Asus Zenfone 4 and the Asus Zenfone 5 is the fast touch response. I didn’t notice any delays.

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If I have to choose between the two, of course, I’d go with Asus Zenfone 5 considering how I use my phone. Also, I personally like big screens, especially when surfing the web. And since I use my phone’s camera every single day and do selfies every now and then, I need powerful front and rear cameras. On the other hand, if you prefer a smaller phone and you’re the type who love fun colors, go for Asus Zenfone 4. Either way, both are surely bang for the buck considering the design and the specs! So, who said big brands with impressive specs should always be expensive? I don’t think so! 😉

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For more information about Asus Zenfone 4 and Asus Zenfone 5, you can check out http://www.asus.com/ph/Tablets_Mobile/ZenFone_Products/

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