Asus Zenfone 4 Overview
The Asus Zenfone 4 is a budget-friendly smartphone that was released in January 2014. It runs on the Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) operating system, which is upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat). The device is powered by a Dual-core 1.2 GHz processor and Intel Atom Z2520 chipset, coupled with PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU. It comes with 4/8 GB of internal storage and 1 GB of RAM, with the option to expand storage up to 64 GB via a dedicated microSD slot.
The Zenfone 4 features a compact 4-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It has a pixel density of 233 PPI and a screen-to-body ratio of 59.6%. The device supports 2G GSM networks and Wi-Fi connectivity, but lacks support for 4G LTE. It also has dual SIM capabilities, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and microUSB 2.0 for charging and data transfer.
In terms of camera capabilities, the Zenfone 4 sports a 5 MP main camera with autofocus and the ability to shoot 1080p videos at 30fps. There is also a 0.3 MP front-facing camera for selfies. The device is available in a variety of colors including Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Sky Blue, and Solar Yellow.
Pros:
- Compact and lightweight design
- Expandable storage option
- Decent camera performance for its price range
- Gorilla Glass 3 protection for added durability
Cons:
- Outdated operating system version
- Limited internal storage and RAM
- Low-resolution front-facing camera
- Lack of 4G LTE support