Zenfone 8
The compact SD888 flagship — small phone, no compromises.
The Asus Zenfone 8 is a flagship Asus smartphone released May 2021, with a launch price of $599. It pairs the Snapdragon 888 with a 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 64 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — The compact flagship done right. Standout strengths: sd888 in a compact 5.9" body. and ip68 + headphone jack — rare combo. Main trade-off: sd888 thermals in a small chassis.
The compact flagship done right.
Zenfone 8 squeezed the SD888, IP68, 120 Hz and a headphone jack into a 5.9", 169 g body at $599. The rare small Android flagship with no real compromises.
Read the full review- SD888 in a compact 5.9" body.
- IP68 + headphone jack — rare combo.
- 120 Hz + Gorilla Glass Victus.
- Near-stock ZenUI, light 169 g.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Zenfone 8 compares
| Zenfone 8 | iPhone 13 Pro Max | Zenfone 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 888 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.5 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 4,352 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $599 | $1,099 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Zenfone 8 released?
The Zenfone 8 was released in May 2021.
How much does the Zenfone 8 cost?
The Zenfone 8 launched at $599 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Zenfone 8 screen size and type?
The Zenfone 8 has a 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Zenfone 8 use?
The Zenfone 8 is powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Zenfone 8 have?
The Zenfone 8 ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Zenfone 8 battery capacity?
The Zenfone 8 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Zenfone 8 charge?
The Zenfone 8 supports 30 W wired charging.
What is the Zenfone 8 main camera?
The Zenfone 8 has a 64 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Zenfone 8 have 5G?
The Zenfone 8 supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Zenfone 8 waterproof?
The Zenfone 8 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Zenfone 8 weigh?
The Zenfone 8 weighs 169 g.
What colours does the Zenfone 8 come in?
The Zenfone 8 is available in 2 colours: Obsidian Black, Horizon Silver.
Is the Zenfone 8 worth buying?
Zenfone 8 squeezed the SD888, IP68, 120 Hz and a headphone jack into a 5.9", 169 g body at $599. The rare small Android flagship with no real compromises. SpecEagle gives the Zenfone 8 an editorial score of 80/100.
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