Blu Vivo 5R vs Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)

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Side by side comparison between Blu Vivo 5R vs Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/15/2017 2:50 PM, updated: 6/4/2025 9:58 AM

Compare Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML) X Blu Vivo 5R 11Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
TFT

1080x1920

13
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

3150
mAh

(Non removable)

13Points Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB) Compare Blu Vivo 5R X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 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!

11 Advantages Blu Vivo 5R	vs	13 Advantages Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC
+161 grams (5.64 ounces)15% Lighter	vs	185 grams (6.48 ounces)
+8.15 millimeters (0.32 inches)47% Thinner	vs	12 millimeters (0.47 inches)
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Dual-LED flash
+f/2.0 (aperture)35% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.7 (aperture)
+(front) 8MP63% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0 Marshmallow
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3150 mAh5% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3000 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.3GHz 64bit Octa-core (28nm)	vs	+2.5GHz 64bit Quad-core71% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
3GB LPDDR3	vs	+4GB LPDDR333% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
32GB (22GB available)	vs	+128GB (122GB available)5 times More internal storage for applications and files
Plastic body, glass front, aluminum back	vs	+Aluminum frame, glass front, leather backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage 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	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

25 Common items in both devices

16 million

1080x1920 pixels

401 PPI

5.5"

(back) 13MP

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / LDAF: laser detection autofocus

HDR photo only main camera

+18 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Vivo 5R	Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Other model names	BLU Vivo 5R Refresh V0090UU	Asus Zenfone Zoom ZX551ML (4G), Asus ZX551ML
Country or region available	(Global, International), USA	(Latin America), (Europe)
Brand	Blu	Asus
Release date	9/1/2016	12/1/2015
Depth	8.15 millimeters (0.32 inches)	12 millimeters (0.47 inches)
Size (width x height)	75.6 x 154.5 millimeters (2.98 x 6.08 in)	78.8 x 158.9 millimeters (3.1 x 6.26 in)
Weight	161 grams (5.64 ounces)	185 grams (6.48 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front, aluminum back	Aluminum frame, glass front, leather back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	5.5" inches	5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~71.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~66.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	401 PPI	401 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	2.5D glass screen	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
System version	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Android 5.0.2 Lollipop
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 6.0 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Chipset	64bit: MediaTek MT6753 (28nm)	64bit: Intel Atom Z3590 (22nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Intel Silvermont (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-T720 MP3 (600MHz)	PowerVR G6430 MP4
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR3	4GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 4.5	128GB (122GB available)
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) and nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-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	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 (2, 4, 7, 12, 17)	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 18, 19, 28)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, 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
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash on both cameras	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	LDAF: laser detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	Sony IMX258 sensor	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	LED	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
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
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	Not supported
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
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	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 128GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	3150 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	10W (5V/2A) Wired charging	18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	16 hours	feature not registered
Standby	625 hours (26 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 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: Black/gray, White/gold • Screen protector included • Silicon Case included	• 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
☢️ Radiation rate
	Blu Vivo 5R	Asus Zenfone Zoom (ZX551ML 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