asus zenfone max m2 Archives - Gizmochina https://www.gizmochina.com/tag/asus-zenfone-max-m2/ Latest Tech News, Product Reviews and Deals Mon, 18 Mar 2019 15:08:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.9 Redmi 7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Realme 3: Specs Comparison https://www.gizmochina.com/2019/03/18/redmi-7-vs-asus-zenfone-max-m2-vs-realme-3-specs-comparison/ Mon, 18 Mar 2019 15:08:13 +0000 https://www.gizmochina.com/?p=241650

After the so-called best-buy Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi announced the even more affordable Redmi 7 that will sell in China for less than €100. It carries a very affordable and entry-level price even though it offers superior specifications to the typical low-end handset. But is it the best device in its price range or there […]

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After the so-called best-buy Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi announced the even more affordable Redmi 7 that will sell in China for less than €100. It carries a very affordable and entry-level price even though it offers superior specifications to the typical low-end handset. But is it the best device in its price range or there are better alternatives? Among its most quoted rivals, there are the Realme 3 by Oppo and the Asus Zenfone Max M2. With this comparison, we will try to let you find out if you can get a better device than the Redmi 7 at a similar price or the new Xiaomi’s affordable phone is the number one.

 

Xiaomi Redmi 7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Oppo Realme 3

Xiaomi Redmi 7 Oppo Realme 3 Asus Zenfone Max M2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 158.7 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm, 180 grams 156.1 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm, 175 grams 158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm, 160 grams
DISPLAY 6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD 6.22 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 270 ppi, IPS LCD 6.3 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 267 ppi, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz  MediaTek Helio P60, octa-core 2 GHz or MediaTek Helio P70 octa-core 2.1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY 2 GB RAM, 16 GB – 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE Android 9 Pie, MIUI Android 9 Pie, Color OS  Android 8.1 Oreo
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA Dual 12 +2 MP f/2.2
8 MP front camera		 Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8
13 MP f/2.0 front camera		 Dual 13 +2 MP
8 MP front camera
BATTERY 4000 mAh, fast charging 4230 mAh, fast charging  4000 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot, P2i nano hydrophobic coating Dual SIM slot  Dual SIM slot

Design

Are you searching for a beautiful and futuristic phone? If so, you should absolutely go either for the Xiaomi Redmi 7 or the Oppo Realme 3. They come with stunning rear sides with gradient colors and waterdrop notches which help to reduce the bezels around the display. I would personally choose the Xiaomi Redmi 7 because it even offers a hydrophobic coating, while the Realme 3 does not provide any kind of water resistance.

 

Display

Unfortunately, you get a below-average display in each case. These panels stop to the HD+ resolution and they do not provide a high level of detail, but they are still sufficient for everything. You may like the Oppo Realme 3 and the Xiaomi Redmi 7 more because of their smaller notches, but all of these devices offer more or less the same display quality. All of them come with an IPS LCD panel, the same pixel density, and a similar screen-to-body ratio.

 

Specs & Software

The hardware side may seriously make you take a decision. The Realme 3 comes with a MediaTek SoC, but even though people like MediaTek chipsets less than Snapdragon ones by Qualcomm, the Helio P70 found on the Realme 3 is much more powerful than the Snapdragon 632 that you can find on the Redmi 7 and Asus Zenfone Max M2. So, you would get definitely better performances with the Realme 3. Note that Realme 3 also comes in a more affordable version with Helio P60, and that is the one with a similar price tag to the Redmi 7. Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Redmi 7 come with the same chipset and the same memory configurations, except for the lower-end 2/16 GB variant which is only available with the Redmi 7. Oppo Realme 3 and Redmi 7 come with Android Pie out of the box and highly customized user interfaces, while Asus Zenfone Max M2 is still based on Android Oreo out of the box. However, the update to Android Pie for the Asus Zenfone Max M2 is already confirmed.

 

Camera

We still had no chance to test the cameras of the Redmi 7 but, judging from the specs on the paper, Asus Zenfone Max M2 is a better camera phone. It has a brighter focal aperture for the main rear sensor, 4K video recording and even a selfie camera with a front-facing LED flash. The second place should go to the Realme 3 which comes with the same bright aperture and a front camera that may be even better. Things may change after we tested the Redmi 7 that is the only phone of this trio which can record 1080p videos at 60 fps. It does not seem excellent on the paper, but the software will play an important role here.

 

Battery

The battery is the strongest point of all the devices from this trio. They all come with a huge battery compared with their components which have a low energy consumption. The Oppo Realme 3 has a slightly bigger battery than its rivals, but it does not mean that it will last more on a single charge as Redmi 7 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 are equipped with a very efficient Snapdragon 632 chipset, while Realme 3 comes with a more powerful Helio P60/P70. Anyways, you should get similar battery life in most of the scenarios, so we do not suggest you choose one of these handsets by basing on the battery life only. Note that Xiaomi Redmi 7 and Oppo Realme 3 come with 10W fast charging, while the Asus Zenfone Max M2 does not, so it takes a little bit more to fully charge.

 

Price

If you live in China or India, you will soon be able to get a unit of the Xiaomi Redmi 7 for just €92 in its base variant with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB of internal storage, while Realme 3 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 start from about €115 and €110 respectively, in their 3/32 GB configuration. I would go for the Realme 3 due to its higher-end chipset.

 

Xiaomi Redmi 7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Oppo Realme 3: PROs and CONS

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

  • Great battery life
  • Micro SD dedicated slot
  • Thin body
  • Front-facing flash

CONS

  • HD display

 

Xiaomi Redmi 7

PROs

  • Hydrophobic coating
  • Big battery
  • Good design
  • Affordable price
  • Micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

  • HD display

 

Oppo Realme 3

PROs

  • High performance
  • Big battery
  • Micro SD dedicated slot
  • Good cameras

CONS

  • HD display

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]]> Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Honor 10 Lite: Specs Comparison https://www.gizmochina.com/2019/02/12/moto-g7-vs-asus-zenfone-max-m2-vs-honor-10-lite-specs-comparison/ Tue, 12 Feb 2019 14:05:04 +0000 https://www.gizmochina.com/?p=236030

Since the Moto G7 series was released a few days ago, we compared each and every model with two of their most important rivals in the actual market, except the Moto G7. Now, it is the turn of the vanilla G7, that we decided to compare with the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Honor […]

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Since the Moto G7 series was released a few days ago, we compared each and every model with two of their most important rivals in the actual market, except the Moto G7. Now, it is the turn of the vanilla G7, that we decided to compare with the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Honor 10 Lite by Huawei due to their similar specs and price range. This is a comparison regarding midrange phones that you should choose if you want a performing device without spending too much. You will find well-balanced specs, but these devices do not reach the excellence on any side.

Motorola Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Huawei Honor 10 Lite

Motorola Moto G7 Asus Zenfone Max M2 Huawei Honor 10 Lite
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 157 x 75.3 x 8 mm, 172 grams 158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm, 160 grams 154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm, 162 grams
DISPLAY 6.2 inches, 1080 x 2270p (Full HD+), 405 ppi, LTPS IPS LCD 6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD 6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 415 ppi, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY  4 GB RAM, 64 GB  – micro SD dedicated slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE Android 9 Pie Android 8.1 Oreo Android 9 Pie, EMUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8, and f/2.2
8 MP front camera		 Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8
8 MP f/2.0 front camera		 Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8
24 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY 3000 mAh, fast charging 15W 4000 mAh 3400 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot  Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

If you need the most futuristic, clean and elegant design, go for the Huawei Honor 10 Lite without thinking twice. It is equipped with a stunning reflective glass back that you can choose in gradient hues, with small modules for cameras and very compact size. It even comes with very narrow bezels around the display, as well as the smallest dewdrop notch of the trio. You should instead go for the Motorola Moto G7 if you are seeking the best build quality. First of all, it offers a more solid aluminum frame, as well as a resistant glass back protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Further, it is splash resistant, a very rare thing on midrange and entry-level devices.

 

Display

The display of the Moto G7 by Motorola should offer something more in terms of image sharpness and brightness thanks to its LTPS technology. On the paper, it looks like a better panel, but not a high-end one. But the differences in the display quality if we compare it to the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Huawei Honor 10 Lite will be just marginal. In each case, we are talking about Full HD midrange-class IPS panels that usually do not differ too much.

 

Specs & Software

If your priority is speed and smoothness in every scenario, grab a unit of the Huawei Honor 10 Lite. You should do that simply because it comes with the most powerful SoC: the Kirin 710. To give you the idea, we can say that it has similar performances to the Snapdragon 660 chipset, which is way superior to the Snapdragon 632 that you can find on the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Motorola Moto G7. You can even get a variant of the Honor 10 Lite with 6GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, while the most powerful configuration of both Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Moto G7 has just 4/64 GB. But note that Honor 10 Lite is the only to come with a highly-customized user interface, while the others have stock Android. However, Zenfone Max M2 is still based on Oreo unlike its rivals already running Pie.

 

Camera

Motorola always equipped its midrange phones with incredibly well-optimized cameras, so we have high expectations for the Motorola Moto G7. On the paper, it seems that it will be indeed better with its great pixel size and a secondary depth sensor with a higher resolution. But if you want the best selfies, it will probably not be able to compete with the Honor 10 Lite and its stunning 24 MP front sensor that comes with an f/2.0 focal aperture.

 

Battery

Asus Zenfone Max M2 was realized with battery life in mind: unlike its opponents, it has an efficient HD+ and there is probably a reason for it: guaranteeing a very long battery life. Further, it has a huge 4000 mAh battery that can provide up to two days of intensive usage on a single charge. Motorola Moto G7 has the smallest battery but it can be charged faster thanks to both its smaller capacity and its 15W fast charging technology. Honor 10 Lite is average.

 

Price

Despite the bigger battery of the Asus Zenfone Max M2, Honor 10 Lite wins this comparison because of its great design, better performances, good display, and great cameras. You can even get it for less than Moto G7: just €210/$237, while Moto G7 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 cost €250/$282. On the other hand, Asus Zenfone Max M2 has a very high value for money as it costs about €150/$170.

 

Motorola Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Huawei Honor 10 Lite: PROs and CONS

Motorola Moto G7

PROs

  • Better display
  • Fast charging
  • Good camera
  • Micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

  • Small battery

 

Huawei Honor 10 Lite

PROs

  • Good design
  • Affordable
  • Great front camera
  • Better performance

CONS

  • Nothing particular

 

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

  • Solid design
  • Good camera
  • Bigger battery
  • Front-facing LED flash

CONS

  • Still Android Oreo

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]]> Xiaomi Mi Play vs Huawei Enjoy 9 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2): Specs Comparison https://www.gizmochina.com/2018/12/26/xiaomi-mi-play-vs-huawei-enjoy-9-vs-asus-zenfone-max-m2-specs-comparison/ Wed, 26 Dec 2018 17:06:54 +0000 https://www.gizmochina.com/?p=229455

Xiaomi Mi Play inaugurated a brand new series of devices from the Chinese giant, which is located in the mid/low-end segment. That is why this device is a perfect rival for the newly-announced Huawei Enjoy 9 and Asus Zenfone Max (M2), two other impressive alternatives available with a price tag inferior to €200 in Asia. […]

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Xiaomi Mi Play inaugurated a brand new series of devices from the Chinese giant, which is located in the mid/low-end segment. That is why this device is a perfect rival for the newly-announced Huawei Enjoy 9 and Asus Zenfone Max (M2), two other impressive alternatives available with a price tag inferior to €200 in Asia. These handsets are perfect for you if you are looking for a device which is never great, but never gives disappointments despite having an incredibly low price tag. If you belong to this range of users, go ahead and check out this specs comparison.

 

Xiaomi Mi Play vs Huawei Enjoy 9 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2)

Xiaomi Mi Play Huawei Enjoy 9 Asus Zenfone Max M2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 147.76 x 71.89 x 7.8 mm, 150 grams 158.9 x 76.9 x 8.1 mm, 168 grams 158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm, 160 grams
DISPLAY 5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280p (HD+), 432 ppi, IPS LCD 6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD 6.3 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 267 ppi, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR MediaTek Helio P35, octa-core 2.3 GHz  Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, octa-core 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI  Android 8.1 Oreo
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA Dual 12 +2 MP
8 MP front camera		 Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4
8 MP f/2.0 front camera		 Dual 13 +2 MP
8 MP front camera
BATTERY 3000 mAh 4000 mAh  4000 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Hybrid Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot  Dual SIM slot

Design

The design is the key point of Xiaomi Mi Play. It is one of the most elegant and beautiful handsets sold for less than €200. Unlike Huawei Enjoy 9 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 which are full metal unibody phones, Xiaomi Mi Play has a glass back and you can get it in two gradient color variants or in black. Further, it comes with a waterdrop notch and very thin bezels, and it is more compact and lightweight than its opponents thanks to its smaller display. That is why I like it more aesthetically. Between Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Huawei Enjoy 9, I would choose the latter because it has a smaller notch and a more attractive rear design.

 

Display

Xiaomi Mi Play has the best display because it provides a higher level of detail. Indeed, it is the only device to sport the Full HD+ resolution, while Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Huawei Enjoy 2 have below-average HD+ displays. This plays an important role when it comes to energy consumption given that low-resolution displays are more efficient, but it decreases the viewing quality. Xiaomi Mi Play also has the smallest display and thanks to the higher pixel density it will look more detailed than other Full HD+ displays.

 

Specs & Software

Xiaomi Mi Play and Asus Zenfone Max M2 are superior devices when it comes to hardware and performance. The MediaTek Helio P35 found on the Mi Play is a valid rival for the Snapdragon 632 by Qualcomm inside the Asus Zenfone Max M2. I personally like the Snapdragon 632 more because of its GPU. Further, Asus Zenfone Max M2 has a micro SD dedicated slot allowing to use both the dual SIM slot and the expansion slot at the same time. Android 8.1 Oreo is installed out of the box on each of these handsets, and it is customized by a proprietary user interface. Basing on the current software support from the companies, we believe Xiaomi Mi Play will most likely be the first, if not the only one, to get Android Pie in the coming year.

 

Camera

Do not expect high-end cameras from these handsets, but all of them can provide a decent photo quality, at least when light conditions are good because when it gets dark they start becoming disappointing. The one I like more is Asus Zenfone Max M2 because it features a LED flash on the front side for a better selfie quality in the dark. Anyways, note that there are just marginal differences in photo quality between these devices.

 

Battery

The longest-lasting phone is definitely the Asus Zenfone Max M2 because of its 4000 mAh battery paired with very efficient components, such as the Snapdragon 632 chipset. Right after, there is Huawei Enjoy 9 which can achieve almost the same battery life in most of the scenarios. Xiaomi Mi Play is much inferior and it is not a battery champion like its opponents. It can just reach a sufficient battery life: one day with a moderate use, while the other twos can last more than one day with a stressed use.

 

Price

While specs are definitely not the strongest points of these devices, the price is the most important thing. Xiaomi Mi Play debuted in China with a starting price tag of just $160/€140 + 10 GB of free data traffic for 12 months, Huawei Enjoy 9 costs just $145/€127 in its base variant and Asus Zenfone Max M2 was launched with a starting price of $195/€170 in India. I would personally go for the Asus Zenfone Max (M2) because of its big battery and good performance. I would not choose Xiaomi Mi Play because, even though it has a better design and a better display, its 3000 mAh battery is not enough for my use. On the other hand, Huawei Enjoy 9 has a lower-end SoC than Asus Zenfone Max M2 and this would make me spend those $50 more to get a faster and smoother user experience thanks to the Snapdragon 632. Last but not least, the front-facing LED flash and the micro SD dedicated slot are always useful things.

 

Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Motorola One Power: PROs and CONS

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

  • Great battery life
  • Micro SD dedicated slot
  • Thin design
  • Front-facing flash
  • Nice performance

CONS

  • HD display

 

Xiaomi Mi Play

PROs

  • Compact and lightweight
  • Better display
  • Good design
  • Good performance

CONS

  • Smaller battery

 

Huawei Enjoy 9

PROs

  • Good design
  • Affordable price
  • Big battery

CONS

  • HD display
  • Lower-end SoC

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]]> Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Motorola One Power https://www.gizmochina.com/2018/12/07/asus-zenfone-max-m2-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-6-pro-vs-motorola-one-power/ Fri, 07 Dec 2018 14:38:50 +0000 https://www.gizmochina.com/?p=226676

The battery life is the only specification for which midrange smartphones can be more advantageous than flagships and, besides the more affordable price, it is the only reason why people can prefer them to flagships. The new Asus Zenfone Max (M2) alongside Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Motorola One Power are among the best […]

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The battery life is the only specification for which midrange smartphones can be more advantageous than flagships and, besides the more affordable price, it is the only reason why people can prefer them to flagships. The new Asus Zenfone Max (M2) alongside Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Motorola One Power are among the best smartphones in terms of battery life, and this comparison will help you find out which is better to choose for your needs.

Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Motorola One Power

Asus Zenfone Max M2 Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Motorola One Power
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm 157.9 x 76.4 x 8.2 mm  156 x 76 x 8.4 mm, 205 grams
DISPLAY 6.3 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 267 ppi, IPS LCD 6.26 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, IPS LCD  6.2 inches, 1080 x 2246 pixels, 403 ppi, 18.7:9 ratio, LTPS IPS LCD
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz  Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, octa-core 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM , 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated  slot
SOFTWARE Android 8.1 Oreo Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI  Android 8.1 Oreo, Android One
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA Dual 13 +2 MP
8 MP front camera		 Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.9 and f/2.0
Dual 20 + 2 MP f/2.0 front camera		 Dual 16 + 5 MP f/1.8 and f/2.2
12 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY 4000 mAh 4000 mAh  5000 mAh, Fast Charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot Hybrid Dual SIM slot  Dual SIM slot

Design

Asus Zenfone Max M2, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, and Motorola One Power do not represent anything special when it comes to the aesthetics. They have a full metal unibody design which is a classic on midrange devices. But they come with narrow bezels thanks to their notches. The one I would pick is the Motorola One Power because it is splash resistant, but some might prefer Asus Zenfone Max M2 because it has a higher screen-to-body ratio and it is also the thinnest and most lightweight phone.

 

Display

Average IPS screens in each case, with a classic Full HD+ resolution except for the Asus Zenfone Max M2 which is only HD+. Asus decided to equip this device with a low-resolution panel in order to save more battery. So if you are looking for the best display quality, Motorola One Power is the most suitable device for you because it features the LTPS technology and a Full HD+ resolution, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro sits in the middle.

 

Specs & Software

Thanks to the Snapdragon 636 chipset, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Motorola One Power provide almost the same level of performance, but I would prefer Motorola One Power because it has Android One and a micro SD dedicated slot allowing to use more than a SIM while you are using the expansion slot too. Asus Zenfone Max M2 has inferior performance because it features the lower-end Snapdragon 632 chipset and just 3 GB of RAM, while its opponents come with up to 6 GB of RAM depending on the market.

 

Camera

When it comes to photo and videos, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro wins because of its overall camera performance. I like both its dual rear camera and its dual front camera setups, even though the rear one remains a midrange-class setup and it loses a lot of detail in low-light conditions. Motorola One Power is at the second place with a brighter aperture than Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro for the rear camera and a pretty nice front camera. We still did not test Asus Zenfone Max M2, but on the paper it is disappointing.

 

Battery

As said in the first paragraph, the battery is the strongest point of these smartphones which come with huge lithium units. Motorola One Power wins the battery challenge because of a bigger 5000 mAh battery allowing it to last even more than two days with a stressed use. But its opponents still provide a very long battery life, so you should not worry in any case if you are looking for a phone with an excellent battery life.

 

Price

I would personally choose Motorola One Power because of its bigger battery, Android One and its faster updates, good performances, and decent cameras. But it costs more than its opponents: about €270/$307, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is easy to find at less than €200/$227 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 costs about €171/$195. Anyways, I would definitely spend up to €100 more for a better phone like Motorola One Power. And I hope Lenovo keeps releasing phones with a great quality price-ratio such as Motorola One Power and Lenovo S5 Pro as they are great rivals for the best-selling Chinese phones.

 

Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Motorola One Power: PROs and CONS

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

  • Great battery life
  • Micro SD dedicated slot
  • Thin design
  • Affordable price

CONS

  • HD display

 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

PROs

  • Good battery life
  • Great performance
  • Good price
  • Nice cameras

CONS

  • Nothing particular

 

Motorola One Power

PROs

  • Splash resistant
  • Android One
  • Bigger battery
  • Nice cameras

CONS

  • Higher price

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