Asus Zenfone 10: Best compact phone – There’s no denying that, over the past five years, smartphones have become more and more unwieldy. Apple now offers Plus and Max-sized iPhones, Samsung has an “Ultra” beast, and even Google has a foldable that opens up to 7.6 inches.
On the other end of the spectrum sits the Asus Zenfone 10, a device that deviates from the norm in favor of ergonomics and in-hand comfort, and the decision pays off.
Asus Zenfone 10 Full Specifications
- Display – 5.90-inch (1080×2400)
- Processor – Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Front Camera – 32MP
- Rear Camera – 50MP + 13MP
- RAM – 8GB
- Storage – 128GB
- Battery Capacity – 5000mAh
- OS – Android 13
- Market Status – Released
- Release Date – 29th June 2022
Asus Zenfone 10 specs: Screen size: 5.9 inches | Storage: Up to 512GB | Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Panel type: AMOLED | Color: Black, Blue, Hazel, White, Red | Battery life: 4,300mAh | Water and dust resistant: IP68
Asus Zenfone 10 Detailed Specifications
- Battery: The Asus Zenfone 10 runs Android 13 and is powered by a 5000mAh non-removable battery. The Asus Zenfone 10 supports wireless charging, as well as proprietary fast charging.
- Camera: The Asus Zenfone 10 on the rear packs a dual camera setup featuring a 50-megapixel primary camera, and a 13-megapixel (ultra wide-angle) camera. It sports a 32-megapixel camera on the front for selfies.
- Design: The Asus Zenfone 10 runs Asus ZenUI is based on Android 13 and packs 128GB of inbuilt storage. The Asus Zenfone 10 is a dual-SIM mobile that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Asus Zenfone 10 measures 146.50 x 68.10 x 9.40mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 172.00 grams.
- Connectivity Options: Connectivity options on the Asus Zenfone 10 include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth v5.30, NFC, and USB Type-C with active 4G on both SIM cards. Sensors on the phone include an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass/ magnetometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor.
- Other: It was launched in Aurora Green, Comet White, Eclipse Red, Midnight Black, and Starry Blue colors. It features an IP68 rating for dust and water protection.
Compared to its predecessor, the Asus Zenfone 9, which I called “the iPhone Mini alternative for Android enthusiasts,” the newest model features a compact 5.9-inch AMOLED display, all the power you’d need in a modern-day phone thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and two capable cameras on the rear.
The battery life on the Asus holds up surprisingly well, too, with my review unit recording nearly two days of usage before hitting 0%. Some smaller yet significant details to note include the 3.5mm headphone jack on top, a physical side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a texturized back cover that looks and feels great in the hand.
If you’re planning to buy the Zenfone 10, multiple Reddit users have suggested to “get the 512GB version because there is no SD card slot,” which I fully agree with.