Sick of oversized phones that are impossible to use one-handed, it's a breath of fresh air that Asus has chosen to fill the void left when Sony gave up on the Australian market. A solid phone, just needs VoLTE on Australian networks to make it perfect. Well built, reasonably priced, and excellent performing phone. Camera is great, OLED display vibrant, and sound quality from the speakers is top notch.
The Asus ZenFone 8 forgoes the signature motorised camera, and instead boasts strong core features for a very competitive price.
Slick performance; Crisp 120Hz display; Compact design;
Iffy battery life; No wireless charging; Occasional heat issues;
Though the iPhone 12 mini didn't make quite the splash Apple anticipated, there are plenty of people shopping for a smartphone that's both powerful and palm-sized. The Asus Zenfone 8 ($629.99) fills the small-phone gap for flagship enthusiasts who prefer Android. In addition to stuffing a lot of power in its small frame, the Zenfone 8 packs a crisp 120Hz OLED display, capable cameras, and incredible sound. But millimeter-wave and wireless charging, both found on the iPhone 12 mini, are missing here, as is any support for Verizon subscribers. That's why the powerful, flexible $450 Google Pixel 5a remains our Editors' Choice among midrange phones.Perfectly Pocketable The Zenfone 8 measures 5.8 by 2.7 by 0.3 inches (HWD) and weighs 6 ounces, which is a little larger than the iPhone 12 mini (5.2 by 2.5 by 0.3 inches) and about on par with the Google Pixel 5 (5.7 by 2.8 by 0.3 inches). The important thing is that it's easy to use with one hand. The Zenfone 8's design language is sophi...
With two impressive cameras, a top-notch chipset, and a compact build, the Asus Zenfone 8 is a top choice for small-phone fans.
Hand-friendly size; Powerful processor; Excellent onboard audio; Flagship-quality photos
Lacks wireless charging; Software updates aren't guaranteed; Does not work on Verizon's network
The Asus Zenfone 8 has nailed its particular niche: a small Android phone with top specs and a reasonable price. If that’s what you want, then look no further. But if you are searching for better camera or battery endurance, then you might want to consider an alternative such as the Samsung Galaxy...
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