Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) vs Samsung Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS)
Side by side comparison between Asus Zenfone Max (M1) vs Samsung Galaxy A2 Core phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL)
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21 Common items in both devices |
Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC |
16 million |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus |
EIS: Digital stabilization |
HDR photo on both cameras |
Full HD (1920x1080) |
+14 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight๐ฑ Model features | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Model | Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) |
Other model names | Asus Zenfone Max M1 ZB556KL A001 | Galaxy A2 Core SM-A260F/Dual-Sim |
Country or region available | India | South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, (Global, International) |
Brand | Asus | Samsung |
Release date | 10/1/2018 | 4/1/2019 |
Depth | 8.7 millimeters (0.34 inches) | 9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 70.9 x 147.3 millimeters (2.79 x 5.8 in) | 71 x 141.6 millimeters (2.8 x 5.57 in) |
Weight | 150 grams (5.25 ounces) | 142 grams (4.97 ounces) |
Build, materials | Aluminum body, glass front | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Not supported |
๐ฒ Display | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Display type | TFT IPS LCD | TFT PLS |
Screen size | 5.45" inches | 5" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~73.4% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~68.6% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 720x1440 pixels | 540x960 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch 5-points | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 295 PPI | 220 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Not supported | Not supported |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Display features | feature not registered | feature not registered |
๐ค Operating System | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
System version | Android 8.0 Oreo | Android 8.1 Oreo |
Firmware update | feature not registered | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
โ๏ธ Processor | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 (28nm) | 64bit: Samsung Exynos 7870 (14nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.1GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) | Octa-core, 1 processor: 8x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 505 450Mhz | ARM Mali-T830 MP1 (700MHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
๐ฝ Memory and storage | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
RAM memory | 3GB LPDDR3 | 1GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 32GB (21GB available) eMCP | 16GB (12GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
๐ถ Mobile networks | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 150/50 Mbps | 150/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Dual-Band 900/1800 |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 900/1800 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/2100 | UMTS 900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8) TD-LTE (Band 40) VoLTE | LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 20) |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 900/1800 |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE | GPRS, EDGE |
๐ท Camera | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 13 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 4128x3096 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash on both cameras | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/1.9 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/3" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
๐ธ Front camera | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | LED | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | 25mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
๐ Sound and multimedia | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | FM | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
๐ Connectivity | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
USB | MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go | MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | Not supported | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 4.0 + A2DP | 4.2 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou |
NFC | Not supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
๐งญ Sensors | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
๐ Battery | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) |
Battery capacity | 4000 mAh | 2600 mAh |
Charger, watts | 10W (5V/2A) Wired charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | feature not registered | 16 hours |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
โ Other features | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder | Voice dialing, Voice recorder |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | โข Colors: Deepsea Black, Sunlight Gold โข ZenUI 5 โข 2.5D curved glass display โข LED notification | โข Colors: Black, Blue, Red, Gold โข Android Go edition |
โข๏ธ Radiation rate | ||
Asus Zenfone Max M1 (ZB556KL) | Galaxy A2 Core (SM-A260F/DS) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | 0.527W/kg (head), 1.093W/kg (body) |