Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB) vs HTC Hero (CDMA)

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Side by side comparison between Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML) vs HTC Hero phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

4/30/2020 8:04 AM, updated: 5/12/2020 9:07 PM

Compare HTC Hero X Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB) 27Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points HTC Hero (CDMA) Compare Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

5
MP

288MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)

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!

27 Advantages Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	vs	2 Advantages HTC Hero (CDMA)
+2.5GHz 64bit Quad-core7 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	528MHz 32bit Single-core
+4GB LPDDR313 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	288MB LPDDR
+32GB (26GB available)51 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	512MB
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+12 millimeters (0.47 inches)17% Thinner	vs	14 millimeters (0.55 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	65 thousand
+1080x1920 pixels13 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+401 PPI123% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	180 PPI
+5.5"72% Larger screen	vs	3.2"
+(back) 13MP160% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 5MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+(front) 5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)19 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	CIF (352x288)
+Android 6.0 MarshmallowAdvantage Android 6.0 Marshmallow is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.1 Eclair
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps47 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A) 3.1 Mbps
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3000 mAh100% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1500 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
185 grams (6.48 ounces)	vs	+128 grams (4.48 ounces)45% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

11 Common items in both devices

LDAF: laser detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Compass

Hands-free calling

+4 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	Hero (CDMA)
Other model names	Asus Zenfone Zoom ZX551ML (4G), Asus ZX551ML	Sprint HTC Hero CDMA, HTC Hero for Sprint
Country or region available	(Latin America), (Europe)	USA
Brand	Asus	HTC
Release date	12/1/2015	10/1/2009
Depth	12 millimeters (0.47 inches)	14 millimeters (0.55 inches)
Size (width x height)	78.8 x 158.9 millimeters (3.1 x 6.26 in)	56 x 113 millimeters (2.2 x 4.45 in)
Weight	185 grams (6.48 ounces)	128 grams (4.48 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front, leather back	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	5.5" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~66.6% (screen-to-body ratio)	~48.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	401 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	16 million	65 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 4	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
System version	Android 5.0.2 Lollipop	Android 1.5 Cupcake
Firmware update	Android 6.0 Marshmallow	Android 2.1 Eclair
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Chipset	64bit: Intel Atom Z3590 (22nm)	32bit: Qualcomm MSM7200A
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Intel Silvermont (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 528MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR G6430 MP4	Qualcomm Adreno 130
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR3	288MB LPDDR
Internal storage	32GB (26GB available)	512MB
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	3.1 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 18, 19, 28)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	CIF (352x288) 15 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.7 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	28mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	LDAF: laser detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	feature not registered
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	feature not registered
BSI sensor	Not supported	feature not registered
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	feature not registered
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	feature not registered
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	feature not registered
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	feature not registered
🧭 Sensors
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	4.1 hours
Standby	feature not registered	360 hours (15 days)
➕ Other features
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	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	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • Asus ZenUI • Hoya camera sensor • Laser autofocus camera (0.03 seconds) • 3x optical zoom camera • Dual tone flash • Fast battery charging: 60% in 40min • Beidou GPS • 5GB Asus Webstorage	• Colors: Silver • HTC Sense UI • Trackball • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 32GB)	HTC Hero (CDMA)
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