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Two budget flagship smartphones full review and comparison: Zenfone 5Z vs Mi Pocophone F1
The Asus Zenfone 5z has been in the market since its official launching on April 14, 2018. It provides a variety of outstanding improvements and features and is considered as a flagship killer which topples its competitors in terms of price and quality. 
On the other hand, the Xiaomi Pocophone F1 was recently launched in the market last September 6 of the same year, which also offers a smooth smartphone experience which threatens the Asus Zenfone 5z’s reputation.
Now the question is this: Asus Zenfone 5 VS Xiaomi Pocophone F1 – Which is better?
First Impressions on design and build
In terms of size, both smartphones are somewhat identical, even though the Asus Zenfone 5z’s 6.2-inches size ratio is just a few centimeters larger than Xiaomi Pocophone’s 6.18-inches size ratio, the difference between these two cannot be easily identified.
In terms of display, both smartphones are harnessing a 1080×2246 pixels display which gives any user the efficiency of achieving a larger and better smartphone display experience.
Asus Zenfone 5z glass and metal
Both smartphones showcase an outstanding design, the Asus Zenfone 5z comes with a sleek design. The device is supported by an aluminum rim that acts as a frame to its corners, giving the user a firmer grip just in case you find the glossy finish from its front and back slippery.
Fingerprint smudges are likely to be seen on the back of this smartphone because of its rear glass finish, but it can be prevented by using the silicone case present inside the box as you purchase the smartphone.
This being said, the Asus Zenfone 5z provides a better grip and hand-feel experience compared to the company’s previous smartphone series.
In accordance with this, a vertically aligned dual camera setup and LED flash located at the upper left of the device is featured at the back, along with the rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and the company branding.
Pocophone F1 polycarbonate or carbon body
On the other hand, the Xiaomi Pocophone F1 comes with quite a generic style due to its polycarbonate back.
This being said, compared to the Asus Zenfone 5Z, the Pocophone F1 offers a solid and firmer grip, giving each user the ease of holding it while walking or doing something.
The Pocophone F1 has the same curved edges and aluminum frame like the Zenfone 5Z, but weights a bit heavier and is a bit thicker compared to the Asus Zenfone 5z.
A dual camera setup is also present at the back of the Xiaomi Pocophone F1; it is located at the upper-middle section of the device and alongside with it is the LED flash. The rear-mounted fingerprint scanner is located below the dual-camera setup, as well as the device’s name.
IPS LCD Display Quality
In terms of display, The Asus Zenfone 5Z showcases a Super IPS+ display, which promotes a brighter and vivid display. In addition, you can enhance this feature further, by tapping on the device’s Splendid feature located at the settings menu of the device.
The device’s notch located at the top of the screen creates an astonishing finish, segregating the Asus Zenfone 5Z from its predecessors.
Pocophone F1’s notch is wider than Asus Zenfone 5Z, which makes the upper corners of the phone a bit smaller when it comes to full-screen display. However, this does not affect the device’s performance.
In addition, the Pocophone F1’s wide notch makes it look like an iPhone X, though a bit thinner.
Performance
In terms of performance, the Asus Zenfone 5Z provides a fast and smooth reaction, and processes apps without any hint of lag or slowing down even if multiple apps are open.
The only flaw that this smartphone has is its battery, which seems to deplete faster due to the screen’s brightness and advanced features.
Battery life and charging
On the other hand, the Pocophone F1 promotes a long-lasting battery lifespan of 4000 mAh Li-Po battery, compared to Zenfone 5Z’s 3300 mAh Li-Ion battery. In terms of display, the Pocophone F1 provides a cooler display, although it can be set on a higher brightness setting, the device’s screen showcases a cooler display without sacrificing its full HD display feature, as well as it does not deplete the battery faster.
Memory and Storage
Both devices run on an Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, with RAM that varies from 8GB, 6GB, and 4GB for the Asus Zenfone 5z, while the Pocophone F1 has 8GB and 6GB RAM variants. In terms of internal memory, the Zenfone 5Z is segregated into 3 variants: 256GB, 128GB, and 64GB. As for the Pocophone the same internal storage variants like the Asus Zenfone 5Z is also available.
Dual camera, Dual selfie
When it comes to the camera, the Asus Zenfone 5Z sports a 12MP and 8MP dual camera feature, accompanied by a Dual-LED dual-tone flash.
Which is perfect for HDR, Panorama, and capturing Full HD and 4k 30fps videos, the device also showcases an 8MP selfie camera that features a wide-angle capture capability.
 
The Pocophone F1 on the other hand, also offers a dual-camera set up of 12MP dual-pixel PDAF and 5MP depth-sensor camera, which also features a dual-LED flash. Its selfie camera holds a 20MP HDR lens, allowing the user to capture better quality photos and can also capture 1080p 30fps videos.
Overview
Both smartphones possess a great smartphone experience. Both excel in terms of speed, design and efficiency; it’s just that the Pocophone F1 topples the Asus Zenfone 5Z in terms of battery. When it comes to their cameras, the Zenfone 5Z falls short against the Pocophone F1, particularly in terms of their selfie cameras.
The polycarbonate cover of the Pocophone F1 –although it makes the phone look really generic, really gives the user a nicer and firmer grip of the device, unlike the glossy finish of the Zenfone 5Z which tends to be slippery and needs the support of its silicone case for a firmer grip.
All in all, both phones are excellent in providing the best smartphone experience. Expect a faster and smoother app execution, as well as an outstanding gaming experience as you use these devices. So what do you think between Asus Zenfone 5Z VS Pocophone F1?
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