Reviewers Liked
- Good battery life
- Solid performance
- Goodlooking display
- Slightly updated looks
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Outdated software (running Android 7.1.1)
- Slow charging over micro USB
- Audio recording in videos sounds compressed
Asus Zenfone 5Q
The Asus Zenfone 5Q turns out to be a pretty solid performer. Asus’s push for capable photography continues to impress us with its results, and efficiency in the OS has led to improved battery life – something Zenfones have shown a distinct need for in the past.
-- As reviewed by Phone Arena
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