Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB) vs Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)

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Side by side comparison between Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) vs Google Pixel 3 XL phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/22/2018 10:16 PM, updated: 2/24/2023 8:05 AM

Compare Google Pixel 3 XL X Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB) 10Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6"
IPS

1080x2160

16
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

22Points Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) Compare Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.3"
POLED

1440x2960

12.2
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3430
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)

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!

10 Advantages Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	vs	22 Advantages Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
+6GB LPDDR4X50% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	4GB LPDDR4X
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+180 grams (6.3 ounces)2% Lighter	vs	184 grams (6.44 ounces)
+(dual camera) 16MP + 5MP72% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 12.2MP
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Dual-LED flash
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh46% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3430 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core	vs	+2.5GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)33% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
64GB (51GB available)	vs	+128GB (114GB available)124% More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.1	vs	+UFS 2.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.
8.45 millimeters (0.33 inches)	vs	+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)7% Thinner
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+P-OLEDAdvantage P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supported	vs	+HDR8Advantage The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
1080x2160 pixels	vs	+1440x2960 pixels83% Higher resolution screen
402 PPI	vs	+522 PPI30% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
6"	vs	+6.3"5% Larger screen
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
f/2.0 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.8 (aperture)11% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 16MP	vs	+(dual front camera) 8MP + 8MP1% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Android 9.0 Pie	vs	+Android 12Advantage Android 12 is newer and safer
(4G LTE) 150 Mbps	vs	+(4G TD-LTE) 1024 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
10W	vs	+18W80% More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	vs	+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

26 Common items in both devices

Aluminum body, glass front / Aluminum frame, glass front/back

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras

HDR photo on both cameras

4K UHD (3840x2160)

+19 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
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Model	Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Other model names	ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB602KL (6GB RAM), ASUS_X00TDB	Google Pixel XL3 G013C, Google Crosshatch
Country or region available	(Europe), Malaysia	(Global, International)
Brand	Asus	Google
Release date	5/3/2018	10/18/2018, Announced: 10/9/2018
Depth	8.45 millimeters (0.33 inches)	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	76 x 159 millimeters (2.99 x 6.26 in)	76.7 x 158 millimeters (3.02 x 6.22 in)
Weight	180 grams (6.3 ounces)	184 grams (6.44 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass 5
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	P-OLED
Screen size	6" inches	6.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~76.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~83.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2160 pixels (18:9)	1440x2960 pixels (18.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	402 PPI	522 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 5
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	450nits[typ]	HDR8 Always-On Display 100% DCI-P3
🤖 Operating System
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
System version	Android 8.1 Oreo	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	Android 9.0 Pie	Android 12
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SDM636 (14nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (SDM845) (10nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.6GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.5GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.6GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 509	Qualcomm Adreno 630 (710MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 258244 (v7), 341814 (v8) Geekbench: 8088 (v4.4), 2092 (v5.1) GFXBench: 12fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
💽 Memory and storage
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR4X	4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	64GB (51GB available) eMMC 5.1	128GB (114GB available) UFS 2.1
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
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) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	1024/75 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	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat (Bands 1,3,5,7,8,20) TD-LTE (Bands 40) VoLTE	LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, EDGE, GPRS, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, HSDPA, HSUPA, UMTS, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A, TD-LTE
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 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 16 megapixels 5MP depth f/2.41.12μm	12.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash on both cameras	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	25mm (lens)	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.55" inches
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS: Optical 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	1080p@120fps
📸 Front camera
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Front camera (secondary)	16 megapixels	(dual front camera) 8 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.219mm
Front camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	LED	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm (lens)	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound
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.265, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	3430 mAh
Charger, watts	10W (5V/2A) Wired charging	18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	42 hours (1.8 days)	feature not registered
Standby	840 hours (35 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
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	• Colors: Meteor silver, Deepsea black • 2.5D curved glass display • NXP amplifier	• Colors: Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink
☢️ Radiation rate
	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (ZB602KL 64GB/6GB)	Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered