Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.1 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.2" · 146.9 x 74 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.91 x 0.30 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
RAM 3GB | 4GB
Storage 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 16 MP · Laser AF
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 424 PPI screen
✓ 5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 144g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 2,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, July. Released 2016, August
Also Known As
Versions: ZE520KL, ZA520KL
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 8 (Oreo), ZenUI
RAM
3GB | 4GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super IPS+
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
144g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.9 x 74 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.91 x 0.30 in)
Colors
Sapphire Black, Moonlight White, Shimmer Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps (Global) or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps (TW/HK/SG/PH)
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 / 800 - Taiwan
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL support 5G?› No, the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL have NFC?› No, the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL does not have NFC.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL have expandable storage?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL support dual SIM?› The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL ship with?› The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL ships with Android 6.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 8 (Oreo), ZenUI.
What type of USB port does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL use?› The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL support Wi-Fi 7?› The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL has 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE.
