Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB) vs LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) vs LG Nexus 4 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/22/2018 10:54 PM, updated: 7/7/2020 11:41 AM

Compare LG Nexus 4 X Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB) 24Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6"
IPS

1080x2160

13
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB) Compare Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.7"
IPS

768x1280

8
MP

1.3mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2100
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

24 Advantages Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	vs	5 Advantages LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
+1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core87% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.5GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+3GB LPDDR4X50% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR2
+32GB (22GB available)69% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (13GB available)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8.45 millimeters (0.33 inches)8% Thinner	vs	9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+1080x2160 pixels137% Higher resolution screen	vs	768x1280 pixels
+402 PPI26% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	318 PPI
+6"28% Larger screen	vs	4.7"
+(dual camera) 13MP + 5MP123% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+f/2.2 (aperture)9% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 8MP5 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 1.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) HD (1280x720)
+Android 9.0 PieAdvantage Android 9.0 Pie is newer and safer	vs	Android 5.0 Lollipop
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh138% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2100 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
180 grams (6.3 ounces)	vs	+139 grams (4.87 ounces)29% Lighter
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 2Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

21 Common items in both devices

TFT IPS LCD / TFT NOVA IPS

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

+14 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
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Model	Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Other model names	ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB602KL (3GB RAM), ASUS_X00TDB	LG Google Nexus 4 E960, LG Nexus 4, LG Mako
Country or region available	(Global, International), Brazil, (Europe)	feature not registered
Brand	Asus	LG
Release date	5/3/2018	11/13/2012
Depth	8.45 millimeters (0.33 inches)	9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)	76 x 159 millimeters (2.99 x 6.26 in)	68.7 x 133.9 millimeters (2.7 x 5.27 in)
Weight	180 grams (6.3 ounces)	139 grams (4.87 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT NOVA IPS
Screen size	6" inches	4.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~76.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~68.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2160 pixels (18:9)	768x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	402 PPI	318 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 2
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	450nits[typ]	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
System version	Android 8.1 Oreo	Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	Android 9.0 Pie	Android 5.0 Lollipop
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SDM636 (14nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.6GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.5GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 509	Qualcomm Adreno 320 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4X	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 5.1	16GB (13GB available)
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat (Bands 1,3,5,7,8,20) TD-LTE (Bands 40) VoLTE	Not supported
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+
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 13 megapixels 5MP depth f/2.41.12μm	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash on both cameras	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	25mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/4" inches
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
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 only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	LED	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3
🔌 Connectivity
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB SlimPort
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) BL-T5
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	2100 mAh
Charger, watts	10W (5V/2A) Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	42 hours (1.8 days)	15 hours
Standby	840 hours (35 days)	390 hours (16.3 days)
➕ Other features
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
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	• Colors: Meteor silver, Deepsea black • 2.5D curved glass display • NXP amplifier	• Colors: Black • Panorama photo • Miracast • WiFi dual-band • WiFi hotspot • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 32GB/3GB)	LG Nexus 4 (E960 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.55W/kg (head), 1.27W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.41W/kg (head), 0.48W/kg (body)