Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD) vs Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Z3 vs Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/30/2017 11:34 AM, updated: 5/10/2020 7:58 PM

Compare Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom X Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD) 05Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

5mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

27Points Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB) Compare Samsung Z3 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
AMOLED

1080x1920

12
MP

13mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 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!

5 Advantages Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	vs	27 Advantages Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
+137 grams (4.8 ounces)24% Lighter	vs	170 grams (5.95 ounces)
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)1% Thinner	vs	8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	AMOLED
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
1.3GHz 32bit Quad-core	vs	+2GHz 64bit Octa-core142% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB	vs	+3GB LPDDR32 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (5GB available)	vs	+32GB (22GB available)3 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC	vs	+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards
720x1280 pixels	vs	+1080x1920 pixels125% Higher resolution screen
294 PPI	vs	+401 PPI36% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
5"	vs	+5.5"10% Larger screen
(back) 8MP	vs	+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP2 times Higher resolution main camera
LED flash	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.2 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.7 (aperture)29% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 5MP	vs	+(front) 13MP154% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
HD (1280x720)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) HD (1280x720)	vs	+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
1500 apps	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)2332 times More apps available to download and use
3G+ HSPA+	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
2600 mAh	vs	+5000 mAh92% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
4.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0	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

15 Common items in both devices

16 million

Autofocus / LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

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📱 Model features
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Other model names	Samsung Z3 Duos SM-Z300H (3G)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom ZE553KL (32GB + 3GB RAM)
Country or region available	India	Brazil, Canada, USA
Brand	Samsung	Asus
Release date	10/21/2015	1/1/2017
Depth	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)	8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	70 x 141.6 millimeters (2.76 x 5.57 in)	77 x 154.3 millimeters (3.03 x 6.07 in)
Weight	137 grams (4.8 ounces)	170 grams (5.95 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Display type	Super AMOLED	AMOLED
Screen size	5" inches	5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~69.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~70.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	294 PPI	401 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 5
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
System version	Tizen 2.3	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 8.0 Oreo
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Chipset	32bit: Spreadtrum SC7730A	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 (14nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Octa-core, 1 processor: 8x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-400 MP2	Qualcomm Adreno 506 650Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
RAM memory	1GB	3GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	8GB (5GB available)	32GB (22GB available)
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-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 card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	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 900/2100	Global: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 India/Indonesia: TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/2100 USA/Brazil: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 China: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 Taiwan/HongKong/Japan/SG/PH: TD-SCDMA 190
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat4 Global version: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20) India/Indonesia version: LTE (Bands 1,3,5,8) USA/Brazil version: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,17,28) China version: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8) TD-LTE (Bands 38,39,40,41) Taiwan/Japan/HongKong/Singapore/Philippines version: LTE (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,18,19,26,28) TD-LTE (Bands 38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP f/2.859mm
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 24 fps
Flash	LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	25mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.5" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	13 megapixels
Front camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.12µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.2 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2600 mAh	5000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	10W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	15 hours	48 hours (2 days)
Standby	feature not registered	1008 hours (42 days)
➕ Other features
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
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, Gold, Silver	• Colors: Black, Silver, Rose Gold • ASUS ZenUI 3.0 • 2.5D glass screen • 500nits brightness screen • Sony IMX362 back camera sensor • Sony IMX214 front camera sensor • DTS sound enhancement • 24-bit/192kHz audio • 100GB Google Drive
☢️ Radiation rate
	Samsung Z3 (SM-Z300H/DD)	Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL 32GB/3GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.696W/kg (head), 0.774W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.525W/kg (head), 0.479W/kg (body)	feature not registered