After a delay followed by the global launch, the Asus Zenfone 8 has finally launched as Asus 8z in India. Priced at Rs. 42,999, the compact smartphone competes with the likes of iQOO and OnePlus. People planning to buy the device may have doubts about its features and specifications like 5G bands, waterproofing, wireless charging, etc. And hence, here’s a detailed FAQ covering the questions about the Asus 8z or the Zenfone 8.
Frequently Asked Questions About Asus 8z or Zenfone 8
The flagship-grade specifications make Asus 8z an iPhone Mini-alternative in the Android world. And given no major compromises, it easily interests people who love small screen phones. If you’re planning to buy it, here are answers to the queries you may have in your mind and things you should be aware of. Read on.
Are Asus Zenfone 8 and Asus 8z the Same Phones?
Asus launched the device as Zenfone 8 in global markets. In India, however, it goes by Asus 8z- dropping the Zenfone moniker due to an old branding lawsuit against the company. That said, both the phones are exactly the same.
What is Asus Zenfone 8z Made Of?
The Asus 8z flaunts a glass sandwich design. The front and back are made of glass, while the frame is crafted out of metal.
What is the Weight of Asus 8Z?
Does Asus 8z Have Gorilla Glass Protection?
The Asus 8z gets Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection at the front. It also has a 2.5D curved screen and an oleophobic layer. At the same time, the rear is protected by the dated Gorilla Glass 3.
Does the Asus 8Z Get Smudged or Feels Slippery?
The Asus Zenfone 8Z back gets a frosted finish giving it a matte look. It is a fingerprint and smudge magnet. And yes, the phone also feels slippery in the hands.
Is the Asus 8z Waterproof?
The Asus Zenfone 8z is rated IP68 for water and dust protection. It can likely withstand 1.5 meters in tap water for 30 minutes.
Like any other phone, the water resistance will deteriorate over time and is not meant for protection against seawater, brine, chlorinated water, or drinks. Also, the warranty does not cover liquid damage.
How Bright is the Asus 8z Display?
Asus promises 800nits of maximum outdoor brightness and 1100 nits of peak brightness. The screen maxed out at 518 LUX on our lux meter. The screen supports HDR10+.
How Many Touch Points Does the Asus 8z Display Support?
The Asus Zenfone 8 has a capacitive touch panel with 10 points multi-touch. It also supports glove touch.
What is the Refresh Rate & Touch Sampling Rate on Asus 8z?
The Asus 8z has an E4 AMOLED display running on 120Hz. It supports a Touch Sampling Rate of 240Hz.
What is E4 AMOLED in Asus 8z?
E4 is a new generation of materials Samsung is using to craft these OLED displays. The screen can reach higher peak brightness and contrast ratio while preserving the battery. The E4 AMOLED is 15% more power-efficient compared to the E3.
What is the Charging Technology & Speed on the Asus 8z?
The Asus Zenfone 8z supports 30W fast charging. The brand provides a 30W USB Type-C to Type-C adaptor in the box, which fills up about 60% in half an hour and 100% in one and a half hours.
The charger supports PPS fast charging alongside the Power Delivery 3.0. With ZenUI battery protection features, you can limit the charging to 80-90% and tone down the speed to 10W or 18W to prolong the battery life.
Does the Asus Zenfone 8z Have Wireless Charging?
The Asus 8z has a 4000mAh battery, and there has been a lot of confusion with people asking questions about wireless charging. Unfortunately, it does not support wireless charging or reverse wireless charging.
What is the RAM and ROM Type on Asus 8z?
The Asus Zenfone 8z comes with fast LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Both specifications are top-notch in their category.
What is the Memory Read and Write Speed?
The Asus 8z has a read speed of 1758MB per second and a write speed of 773MB per second.
What is the AnTuTu Benchmark Score for Asus 8z?
The Asus Zenfone 8 scored 7,20,000+ points in the AnTuTu benchmark in our test.
Does Asus Zenfone 8z Support 5G & What Are the 5G Bands?
The Asus Zenfone 8z can connect to 5G provided it’s available in your region and your carrier supports it. It has the following 5G bands- n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n77, and n78.
Does Asus 8z Have a Headphone Jack?
Yes, the Asus 8Z has a 3.5mm headphone jack located at the top. The audio jack supports Qualcomm Aqstic DAC for an improved audio experience.
How Many Microphones Does the Asus 8z Have?
The Asus 8z has three microphones with OZO Audio Zoom and ASUS Noise Reduction Technology. Developed by Nokia, the OZO Audio Zoom technology facilitates features like wind noise reduction and mic focus (audio zoom) which works in the camera.
Do You Get Stereo Speakers on Asus 8z?
The Asus 8z offers a stereo speaker setup, with a bottom-firing speaker coupled with the earpiece. The speakers are powered by dual Cirrus Logic Mono AMPs and get quite loud for the phone size.
Does Asus 8z Support Dolby Atmos or Built-in Equalizer?
The Asus Zenfone 8z does not support Dolby Atmos. Instead, it gets Dirac AudioWizard which provides a 10-band equalizer with preset scenarios. You also get an “Outdoor Mode,” which boosts the speaker loudness for outdoor use.
Can Asus 8z Record 8K Videos?
The Asus 8z can record 8K videos at 30fps with the rear camera, but the videos lack detail. You’ll be better off with 4k 60fps mode. It also supports 4K UHD 120fps slow-motion video recording, 4-axis OIS, audio zoom, and Hyper Steady mode.
Does Asus 8z Have SD Card Slot for Storage Expansion?
The Asus 8z aka Zenfone 8, does not support an SD card slot. It gets a nano dual SIM slot- no hybrid option here.
Do You Get Notification LED on Asus 8Z?
The Asus 8z comes with a notification LED right between the speaker and the USB Type-C port at the bottom. The light blinks charging status and notifications. It can be disabled if needed.
Does the Asus 8z Overheat?
The Asus 8z heats up significantly when playing heavy games and running heavy apps. The camera, too, throws the “device getting warm” warning when used under direct sunlight. However, we did not experience any visible slowdown or throttling.
What UI Does Asus 8z Run?
How Long Will Asus 8z Get Software Updates?
The Asus 8z or Zenfone 8 was launched with Android 11 onboard. Thankfully, the device has already received the Android 12 update. The Zenfone 8 will get at least two major software updates and three years of security patches.
What Are The Small Size Alternatives to Asus 8z?
While it’s rare to find a flagship phone with that small screen size, you can consider devices like the iPhone 12 or 13 Mini, Google Pixel 5, Pixel 4a, Samsung Galaxy Flip 3, and Motorola Razr 5G.
Is Asus a Chinese Company? Is Asus 8z Made in China?
Wrapping Up
These were frequently asked questions about the Asus 8z, aka Zenfone 8. I hope this clears your doubts regarding the phone specifications and features. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out via comments, email, or Twitter. Stay tuned for more such updates.
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