Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.45" · 147.3 x 70.9 x 8.7 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.34 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 5.45" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 150g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗ Lower-resolution 247 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking Media consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, October. Released 2018, October
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 5
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
247 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
150g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
147.3 x 70.9 x 8.7 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.34 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Deepsea Black, Sunlight Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A version
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support 5G?› No, the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL have NFC?› No, the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL does not have NFC.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support wireless charging?› No, the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support fast charging?› Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL have expandable storage?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support dual SIM?› The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL ship with?› The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL ships with Android 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 5.
What type of USB port does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL use?› The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support Wi-Fi 7?› The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL has 4.0, A2DP, LE.
