Asus Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5 ZE550KL

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ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser
Source: Hot Hardware Archive.org version
When ASUS released the ZenFone 2 Laser, the company’s goal was to offer a premium smartphone experience with strong camera performance at an affordable price. Overall, we feel ASUS did an excellent job at finding a good balance of price, performance, and features with the ZenFone 2 Laser. The phone has a lot to offer, particularly at its budget-friendly price point.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/04/2016

60% Asus Zenfone 2 Laser Review
Source: Phone Arena Archive.org version
Saturation seems to be the tactic that Asus believes will get them to reach new heights, but it’s almost maddening at the same time because the Zenfone 2 Laser offers very little distinction over the original model. Yes, its starting price point of $199 outright makes for an attractive prospect for consumers who are pinched. However, we can’t fully commit to recommending this over the original model solely due to its faster laser auto-focusing tech. That’s an incentive for sure, but at the same time, there’s no substantial improvement to its overall quality. Additionally, there are other areas where the Zenfone 2 Laser lags behind its sibling. Taking into consideration that the hardware here is by and large similar, save for the chipset, we’d think that it would receive more of a discount at this point. Unfortunately, that’s not the case, so you might be better off picking up the original model – more so when it can be fetched at a discount nowadays.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/07/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%

80% Asus ZenFone 2 Laser ZE551KL (Unlocked)
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The unlocked Asus ZenFone 2 Laser offers a solid mix of performance, camera quality, and battery life for a good price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/19/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

86% Asus zenfone 2 laser review
Source: Android Authority Archive.org version
While not without its issues, the positives of the ASUS Zenfone 2 Laser far outweigh the negatives, and if value for money is what you are looking for, this device is certainly a very compelling option.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/11/2015
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 78% display: 90% mobility: 75% workmanship: 85%

Review: ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser
Source: Slashgear Archive.org version
The ZenFone 2 Laser is, in mostly every way, the same as the ZenFone 2. The differences lie under the hood, which translates into a slight drop in performance, and in features, the most notable of which is laser-assisted auto focus. The price starts at $199 USD, putting it in the sweet-spot budget range for many. As with the ZenFone 2, if you're on a compatible network and you're upgrading from an older or lower-tier device, you'll be very happy with the ZenFone 2 Laser.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/03/2015

70% Affordable Android
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
Buying a smartphone for less than $250 can feel like shopping the clearance section. Most of the items available are hideous or hideously outdated, but once in a while, you come across a gem. The Asus ZenFone 2 series, starting at $199, is a great bargain, packing a good display in a sturdy frame. Camera lovers will appreciate the ZenFone 2 Laser's sharp, colorful image quality and fun customization features, and the microSD card slot will come in handy for storing all those pictures and videos.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%

63% Asus Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5 ZE550KL
Source: Think Digit Archive.org version
The Asus Zenfone 2 Laser is the best phone to buy in the sub-10K if the camera is your priority, but for anything else, you would be better off with the Meizu M2 Note.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 63%

70% Asus ZenFone 2 Laser (ZE550KL) Review: Laser Guided Speed Shooting
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
If you're willing to spend a little more, there is even the option of the Snapdragon 615-powered ZenFone 2 Laser, which comes with 3GB RAM and is expected to offer better performance on paper, though we haven't had a chance to test it yet. However, at under Rs. 10,000, the Asus ZenFone 2 Laser (ZE550KL) with 2GB RAM is probably the best closed-environment camera performance on a budget smartphone, and it's worth checking out if you're a photography enthusiast.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 60% display: 70% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

Foreign Reviews

80% Asus ZenFone 2 Laser
Source: Inside Handy DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%

89% Asus Zenfone 2 Laser im Test: Das Autofokus-Phone
Source: Mobicroco DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 90% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 87%

70% ASUS Zenfone 2 Laser (ZE550KL) - Recensione
Source: MrInformatica IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/24/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% features: 65% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%

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Model: The Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5 ZE by Asus is a high-end smartphone with the latest hardware. It features a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor coupled with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB internal memory. The storage capacity can be expanded by up to 128 GB via the microSD card slot. Its 5.5 inch screen features a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, which gives ample of screen real estate for ease of use. This Zenfone 2 Laser has a 13 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front camera that shoots great pictures with the Laser Auto focus function.

The Android 5.0 OS with ZeunUI gives users an enhanced mobile experience. The screen is protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass 4, which has a lesser chance of breaking in case of a fall. This sleek Asus smartphone has a thickness of just 10.8 mm and comes in a choice of black, white and red for colors. The weight is a mere 170 g with the battery plugged in. LTE is supported on this Zenfone, which ensures speedy internet connections while on the go and it has Dual Sim feature with dual standby. Battery life is also decent with the 3000 mAh battery as it lasts a whole day of moderate use. Finally, this Asus Zenfone 2 Laser is an excellent smartphone for the modern consumer.

Qualcomm Adreno 306: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 410 SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

410 MSM8916: 64-Bit Cortex-A53 Quad-Core with an Adreno 306 GPU manufactured in 28nm» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

5.50":

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.

74.22%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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