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Asus ZenFone C

Android 4.4.2 KitKat Operating system
4.5" Screen size
5MP Main camera
Atom Z520 Dual core Processor
8 GB Storage
2,100 mAh Battery
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Gadgets 360
Gadgets 360

“The ZenFone C is somewhat of an update to the ZenFone 4, but isn't very different from it in many ways. The larger screen is nice to have, but even so, Asus will have to do a lot more to be competitive as others release newer and more capable products. The Xiaomi Redmi 1S is still the class leader, though its highly restricted availability leaves a lot of room for companies such as Asus to be successful. If you think the ZenUI might be too confusing, there are also plenty of stock Android One devices in the market at this price level. We're expecting other major companies to refresh their sub-Rs. 6,000 offerings before too long, but until then, Asus continues to offer a product worth considering. As long as your expectations are in check and you don't plan on any serious camera usage, this is a good phone to buy.”

The Indian Express
The Indian Express

“If you are looking for an affordable phone then this might soon be among the best options available in the market. It gives budget customers everything they need, though cutting corners here and there.”

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Specifications
Full specs
Overview
Released Feb 2015
Announced —
Price tier —
Also Known As Asus ZC451CG
Processor Intel Atom Z520 Dual core
CPU Speed 1200MHz
RAM 1GB
Storage 8 GB
Price (USD) —
Regions USA, Canada
Regional Variants —
Warranty 1 Year
Accessories AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Software & Support
OS Android
OS at Launch 4.4.2 KitKat
Current Version —
OS Updates —
Security Updates —
Custom UI —
Display
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Size 4.5"
Resolution 480 × 854
Pixel Density 218 ppi
Colors 16.7 million
Refresh Rate —
Touch Sampling Rate —
Peak Brightness —
Always On Display
DC Dimming
DisplayMate Grade —
Multi-touch
Fingerprint Resistant
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Additional Features Capacitive touch screen
Secondary Display
Secondary Display
Type —
Size —
Resolution —
Color Type —
Colors —
Camera — Main
Main Camera 5MP
Flash Yes (LED)
Sensor Name —
Sensor Size —
Focal Length (Main) —
Focal Length (Ultrawide) —
Focal Length (Telephoto) —
Optical Zoom —
Digital Zoom —
Video Resolution —
Video FPS —
Video Length —
Video Formats MPEG-4
Features Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer
Additional Info -
Camera — Front
Front Camera
Video Recording
Resolution VGA (640 x 480)MP
Video Resolution —
Video FPS —
Zoom Unknown
Optical Zoom —
Digital Zoom —
Features —
Additional Info -
Camera — Scores
DxOMark Overall —
DxOMark Photo —
DxOMark Video —
DxOMark Zoom —
DxOMark Bokeh —
DxOMark Selfie —
DxOMark Rank —
Performance
Chip Intel Atom Z520 Dual core
Process Node —
GPU —
RAM 1GB
Storage 8 GB
AnTuTu v11 —
Geekbench 6 Single —
Geekbench 6 Multi —
Geekbench 5 Single —
Geekbench 5 Multi —
Battery
Capacity 2,100 mAh
Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable
Fast Charging —
Wireless Charging —
Comes with Charger —
Talk Time 30h 00m
Video Playback —
Internet (WiFi) —
Internet (Cellular) —
Standby 10h 00m
Mixed Usage —
Charge Time 0–100% —
Charged in 30 Min —
GSMArena Score —
Battery Test Source —
Battery Life (Call) —
Battery Life (Video) —
Battery Life (Web) —
Battery Life (Gaming) —
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi b/g/n
WiFi Version —
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, OPP/FTP
Bluetooth Codecs SBC
USB Type Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG
USB Speed —
NFC
Infrared
Headset Jack 3.5mm
Mobile Hotspot
GPS
GPS Type A-GPS
UWB
Satellite —
Memory Expansion
Expansion Type MicroSD, MicroSDHC
Expansion Capacity 64MB
Cellular
Networks GPRS, EDGE, HSPA+, HSUPA
3G MHz
850 900 1900 2100
2G MHz
850 900 1800 1900
Data —
VoLTE
WiFi Calling
Physical SIM Micro-SIM
Dual SIM
eSIM
Push to Talk
Data Tethering
Design & Build
Form Factor Bar
Material Plastic
Frame Material —
Rear Material —
Colors Black, White, Red
Dimensions 13.7 × 6.7 × 1.1 cm (5.39 × 2.64 × 0.43 in)
Weight 150g
IP Rating —
Water Resistance No
Fingerprint Sensor No
Rugged Design
iFixit Score —
Parts Availability —
Audio
External Speakers Yes
Noise Cancellation
Dolby Atmos
Hi-Res Audio
FM Radio —
GSMArena Loudness —
Speaker Loudness —
Input & Navigation
Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Home Key
Sleep/Wake Key
External Volume
Safety
SAR Head 0.679 W/kg
SAR Body 0.639 W/kg
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
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Additional Information —
Additional Comments

Also available in a dual-SIM model.

Related Links Official Website
Manual Download PDF
Quick Start Guide —

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Carl · Answered
  1. With regards to auto restart, I suggest observing the phone first. It is possible that an app may be causing otherwise it may be the battery.
  2. What's the problem with speaker? Please tell us more about it.
  3. Please describe transmitter problem. Is this a network issue?
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