Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2018).
2018 · Mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.99" · 159 x 76 x 8.5 mm (6.26 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
RAM 3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Storage 128GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ Sharp 404 PPI screen
✓ 5.99" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, April. Released 2018, May
Also Known As
For Global market, India, Malaysia
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
RAM
3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
404 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
180g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
159 x 76 x 8.5 mm (6.26 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, plastic frame
Colors
Meteor Silver, Deepsea Black
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass, gyroscope, ambient light sensor
📶 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
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support 5G?› No, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K have NFC?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support wireless charging?› No, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support fast charging?› Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K have expandable storage?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support dual SIM?› The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K ship with?› The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie).
What type of USB port does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K use?› The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support Wi-Fi 7?› The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL/ZB602K has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
