zenfone 5 or zenfone 6

[BasMaster]

Hi.

I'm looking to by a smart phone but I don't want any Apple product.

I have found zenfone 5 & 6 don't know which to chose or is it a good idea to buy zenfone.

There is a big difference between 5 & 6 in price and I don't want to over pay or be unhappy with my phone.

Can any one help me please.

 

[velo3100]

Personally I would go with the zenphone 5 as the specs are really similar. The only reason to go for the 6 is the larger screen or the higher res camera. But to better recommend a phone for you, could you let me know what you use it for and what your budget is?

 

[BasMaster]

I'm using my phone for calls text calculator web and might need a satnav - no very important. I'm willing to spend around 150 + - 30 pounds.
Do You know is that "zenfone 5" has 2 simcard or just one( that will be very important to me). I have found information on asus web site that it depends on region.

 

[velo3100]

Unfortunetly no I don't know about the sim cards. For such a low price point the zenphone is a best deal as you are not very fussed about the camera.

I'm using my phone for calls text calculator web and might need a satnav - no very important. I'm willing to spend around 150 + - 30 pounds.
Do You know is that "zenfone 5" has 2 simcard or just one( that will be very important to me). I have found information on asus web site that it depends on region.

 

[Magic Flame]

ASUS Zenfone 5 and 6 is all Dual-SIM. If you want a performance-phone, buy Asus Zenfone 6. If you want a regular phone with a good performance, buy Zenfone 5. It depends to you. If you're going to ask me, I will go with Asus Zenfone 6 since Zenfone 5 is draining your battery fast. One last thing, buy Zenfone 6 if you have money.

 

[JstMEntbiber]

I've a Zenfone 5 rocking the Z2580 chip with 2GB ram and I'd say it's a great buy, I'd say it's a better choice over the 6 because 5 already feels big!

Although consider the LTE edition as it is 64 bit.

Zenfone 2 are also out now and not that much more expensive! Some of them even have 1080p display vs 720p
and the phone isn't bigger but the screen is 5,5 in vs 5,05 in (Zenfone 5)

They are all dual sim phones, factory unlocked!
Accept micro SD cards up to 64GB! (which I have, used to store 1080p movies, tv shows and much more)

Plus lollipop update confirmed! (Should be out for all devices in a few days, already is for most of them)
Only downside is non-removable battery and 32 bit (few intensive games not compatible) on Atom Z chips.

 

[kelix09]

I am pretty careful with my phones and never smashed one but if i actually did smash it then that's weeks, maybe months of waiting without a phone at all which scares me even thinking about it. I really am thinking about ordering the Zenfone 6 as it's extremely cheap and has decent specs and quality.

 

[JstMEntbiber]

I am pretty careful with my phones and never smashed one but if i actually did smash it then that's weeks, maybe months of waiting without a phone at all which scares me even thinking about it. I really am thinking about ordering the Zenfone 6 as it's extremely cheap and has decent specs and quality.

I've to admit Zenfone is somewhat fragile (as any phone with glass screens)
I'd recommend including a nice case in your budget.

Currently I've a 10$ crappy case, already/probably saved my fone 2-3 times. (thinking about buying nicer case)