Both Nokia and ASUS launched their new upper midrange offerings in the Philippines last week. While they are priced slightly differently, the ASUS Zenfone 5 and Nokia 7 Plus will be the consumers’ options in the sub-Php20k category.
Both devices are targeted to those who are looking for a high-end smartphone but doesn’t want to drain a lot of cash for a new smartphone. Come to think of it, it’s probably one of the main reasons why devices like these exist.
So, if you are one of those people mentioned above, which between the two should you get? Read our ASUS Zenfone 5 2018 vs Nokia 7 Plus specs comparison below to figure that out.
| ASUS Zenfone 5 | Nokia 7 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 8.0 Oreo ZenUI 5.0 | Android 8.0 Oreo Android One |
| SIM | Dual SIM Dual Standby Hybrid | Dual SIM Dual Standby Hybrid |
| Display | 6.2-inch FHD+ IPS 2246 x 1080 resolution ~401ppi 19:9 aspect ratio 96% NTSC color gamut Corning Gorilla Glass | 6-inch FHD+ IPS 2160 x 1080 resolution ~402ppi 18:9 aspect ratio Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Processor | 1.8GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 octa-core | 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 octa-core |
| RAM | 4GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| GPU | Adreno 509 | Adreno 512 |
| Storage | 64GB expandable via microSD up to 2TB | 64GB eMMC 5.1 expandable via microSD up to 256GB |
| Front Camera | 8-megapixel f/2.0 | 16-megapixel ZEISS optics f/2.0 |
| Rear Camera | 12-megapixel (f/1.8) + 8-megapixel (120-degree wide-angle) 4-Axis OIS LED flash | 12-megapixel (f/1.75) + 13-megapixel (f/2.6) ZEISS optics dual-tone flash |
| Others | AI scene detection Portrait Mode Beautification Mode | n/a |
| Security | Fingerprint scanner Facial recognition | Fingerprint scanner |
| Audio | Dual speakers TS Headphone:X virtual surround | Nokia OZO audio Triple built-in microphone Mono speaker |
| Connectivity | HSPA+ 4G LTE WiFI 802.11 ac, dual-band Bluetooth 5.0 NFC GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS FM Radio USB Type-C | HSPA+ 4G LTE WiFi a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band Bluetooth 5.0 GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS FM Radio NFC USB Type-C |
| Dimensions | 153 x 75.65 x 7.7mm | 158.38 x 75.64 x 7.99mm |
| Weight | 155g | n/a |
| Colors | Meteor Silver Midnight Blue | Copper Black Copper/White |
| Battery | 3300mAh Fast-charging | 3800mAh |
| Price | Php19,995 | Php21,990 |
The Nokia 7 Plus is almost Php2,000 more expensive than the ASUS Zenfone 5. While the former clearly has better specs than the latter, the Zenfone 5 isn’t going down without a fight.
The Zenfone 5 2018 uses the more trendy 19:9 aspect ratio which was achieved thanks to its display notch on top. But if you’re more conventional and simply hate the notch, then I think you’d like the 7 Plus’ standard 18:9 aspect ratio.
Moreover, the Nokia 7 Plus offers a more appealing set of cameras with its pixel-dense sensors and ZEISS optics. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenfone 5 fights back with its 4-axis optical image stabilization and a slew of AI-enabled camera modes and features.
However, it’s hard to combat the Nokia 7 Plus‘ better Snapdragon chipset, bigger battery, and more efficient operating system. But to the Zenfone 5’s credit, it does have facial recognition feature and better sound output — something that the competition lacks.
At the end of the day, it will depend on the consumers’ preference. If you want a better user experience, faster processor, bigger battery, and unique design — the Nokia 7 Plus is what you’re looking for.
But if you’re all for taking pictures, recording videos, and you adore the iPhone X look provided by the display notch — then save money and go with the ASUS Zenfone 5 2018.
The Nokia 7 Plus has an SRP of Php21,990 while the Zenfone 5 2018 is priced at Php19,995. Which would you pick between the two? Let us know in the comments section below.