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Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB) vs Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)

Side by side comparison between Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) vs Sony Xperia 1 II phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia 1 II X Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB) 06Points
6.26"
IPS

1080x2280

12
MP

13mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
31Points Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42) Compare Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) X
6.5"
OLED

1644x3840

12
MP

8mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)

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!

Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)} 6 Advantages Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB) vs Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)} 31 Advantages Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
+175 grams (6.13 ounces)3%
Lighter
vs181 grams (6.34 ounces)
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+(front) 13MP60%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+5000 mAh25%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs4000 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (14nm)vs+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)25%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
6GB LPDDR4vs+12GB LPDDR5100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64GB (51GB available)vs+256GB (230GB available)4 times
More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.1vs+UFS 3.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)8%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT IPS LCDvs+OLEDAdvantage
OLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
1080x2280 pixelsvs+1644x3840 pixels156%
Higher resolution screen
403 PPIvs+643 PPI60%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
6.26"vs+6.5"4%
Larger screen
(dual camera) 12MP + 5MPvs+(quad camera) 12MP + 12MP + 12MP + 0.3MP114%
Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
HDR photo only main cameravs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/2.9" inchesvs+1/1.7" inches71%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 9.0 Pievs+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
4G LTE-Avs+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps4 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
10Wvs+21W110%
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.
Not supportedvs+Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
5.0 + A2DP/LEvs+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+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-Govs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supportedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

24 Common items in both devices
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
60Hz
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
BSI sensor
4K UHD (3840x2160)
Capacitive
Multitouch
+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
ModelZenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Other model namesAsus Zenfone Max Pro M2 ZB631KL (6GB RAM), X01BDAソニーXperia 1 Mark II XQAT42 (256GB+12GB RAM) Dual-SIM
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
Japan
Japan
BrandAsusSony
Release date12/1/20182/24/2020
Depth8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)75.5 x 157.9 millimeters (2.97 x 6.22 in)72 x 166 millimeters (2.83 x 6.54 in)
Weight175 grams (6.13 ounces)181 grams (6.34 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDOLED
Screen size6.26" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82% (screen-to-body ratio)~82.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2280 pixels (19:9)1644x3840 pixels (21:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)403 PPI643 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 6Gorilla Glass 6
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display features450nits[typ]HDR10+

🤖 Operating System

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
System versionAndroid 8.1 OreoAndroid 10
Firmware updateAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 11
User InterfaceZenUIfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 (SDM660) (14nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 512 (650MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 124039 (v7)
Geekbench: 5169 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 7.6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR412GB LPDDR5
Internal storage64GB (51GB available)
eMMC 5.1
256GB (230GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload400/75 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global version;
LTE (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
TD-LTE (40)
America version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 41)
LTE Cat19/13 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA (1, 3, 28, 78)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global version;
LTE (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
TD-LTE (40)
America version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 41)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+

📷 Camera

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12 megapixels
5MP depth f/2.4
(quad camera)
12 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.470mm1/3.4"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.2124°16mm1/2.55"PDAF
0.3MP depth TOF3D
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flash on both camerasLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length27mm (lens)24mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2.9" inches1/1.7" inches
Pixel size1.25µm pixel1.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@30/60fps
Sony IMX486 sensor
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixels8 megapixels
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashLEDNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)24mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3.1" inches1/4" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
LoudspeakerSupported
NXP amplifier
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
USBMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB MHLUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE5.1 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, watts10W (5V/2A) Wired charging21W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supported11W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
Talk time autonomy45 hours (1.9 days)feature not registered
Standby833.3 hours (34.7 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Blue, Titanium
• Touch glove display
• Colors: Black, White, Purple, Mirror Lake Green
• Cameras with ZEISS optics
• Dolby Atmos
• 24-bit/192kHz audio
• Dynamic vibration system
• PS4 Remote Play
• DUALSHOCK 4 compatibility

☢️ Radiation rate

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL 64GB/6GB)Sony Xperia 1 II (XQ-AT42)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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