Asus Zenfone 9vsrealme 14 Pro

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Asus
Asus Zenfone 9
Zenfone 9
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Zenfone 9 boasts exceptional battery life, lasting over a full day with moderate use easily.
The Asus Zenfone 9's exceptional display is its standout feature, offering vibrant colors and immersive viewing experience.
The Asus Zenfone 9's camera is solid, but lacks features compared to other high-end smartphones despite its quality.
The Asus Zenfone 9 offers exceptional performance, delivering seamless experiences with its top-of-the-line processor and efficient design capabilities.
realme
realme 14 Pro
14 Pro
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7300
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Realme 14 Pro Plus delivers exceptional battery life, lasting over a full day with moderate usage comfortably.
The Realme 14 Pro Plus boasts a stunning display with impressive features and excellent performance overall.
The primary lens excels in portrait photography, producing high-quality images with excellent skin tone and background detail.
The Realme 14 Pro Plus' performance falls short due to its mid-range processor and noticeable lags in gaming and demanding tasks.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus Zenfone 9
3.20 GHz
realme 14 Pro
2.50 GHz

RAM

Tie
Asus Zenfone 9
8GB
realme 14 Pro
8GB

Storage

Winner
Asus Zenfone 9
128GB
realme 14 Pro
256GB

Weight

Winner
Asus Zenfone 9
165g
realme 14 Pro
179g
Rank
Asus Zenfone 9
Winner
#135
realme 14 Pro
#451
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus Zenfone 9
#48
Winner
realme 14 Pro
#553
Design
Asus Zenfone 9
#35
Winner
realme 14 Pro
#322
Display
Asus Zenfone 9
#222
Winner
realme 14 Pro
#405
Performance
Asus Zenfone 9
#158
Winner
realme 14 Pro
#366
Battery
Asus Zenfone 9
#398
realme 14 Pro
#189
Winner
Camera
Asus Zenfone 9
#520
Winner
realme 14 Pro
#695
item_phones_categoryId
Asus Zenfone 9
#1
Tie
realme 14 Pro
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus Zenfone 9
realme realme 14 Pro
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
MediaTek Dimensity 7300
CPU
1x3.2 GHz Cortex, X2 +3x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 4x2.0 GHz Cortex, A510
4xCortex, A78 2.5GHz + 4xCortex, A55 2.0GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.20
2.50
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 730 875 MHz
Arm Mali-G615 MC2
RAM
8
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
UFS Storage 2.2
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1232500
678000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 91% of devices
Overall performance better than 79% of devices
Cooling system
No
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus Zenfone 9

Strengths

The phone has a solid but lacking camera system, which is not bad for a compact phone.
The software on the phone looks better than what Samsung would offer on the s22 and just makes sense.
We get the large Android material U toggles which you can turn on or off.
Double tapped awake and sleep features are included.
The fingerprint scanner is super fast.
Speakers sound good, although not as loud as the iPhone 14 pro speakers
Battery life makes daily usage a breeze

Weaknesses

We lack some things like Android 13 which was launched right before this review.
The phone does not have wireless charging, instead it has a headset jack.
It is priced higher than the Samsung s22, with new prices ranging from $500-$600
Some add-ons for the phone are expensive, such as a kickstand or backpack mount costing over $100 and $200 respectively
The face unlock feature isn't entirely slow but not the fastest either.
Top speaker is not as loud as the bottom one in stereo setup
It lacks some of the features that I personally prefer, such as gimmicks like 4K video with gimbal stabilization

realme 14 Pro

Strengths

The color changing design is quite interesting, even if it's a gimmick over time. It feels much better than last year's Real Mi 13 Pro Plus or Xiaomi's Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus for that matter.
It has a solid premium and robust design, military standard A10 Edge compliant, shock resistant, and has all kinds of IP ratings like IP66, IP68, and ip69, which is a first in Realme's mid-range phone.
The display on this thing is nice too, with good color reproduction, touch response, and everything else. It has high PWM dimming, 120Hz refresh rate, works well, and the higher 1.5k resolution makes everything look sharp and RIS.
It also has a huge 6,000 mAh battery that easily gets over eight hours of screen on time with this phone, so 1.5 days of battery life plus it charges pretty fast like within 55 minutes with its 8wat charger.
The camera performance is decent, with good color reproduction and sharpness in images. The primary lens does a fantastic job during nighttime too, with nice details and exposure management.

Weaknesses

It's not the most balanced mid-range phone mainly because of its average performance and a lack of a good Ultra wide lens.
The ultra-wide camera has an average resolution (8 megapixel) that results in average ultra-wide angle images during daytime as well as night, and you cannot shoot 4K videos with it.
You have to settle for 1080p video recording when switching from the primary camera to the ultra-wide camera.
The Snapdragon 7s gen 3 chipset doesn't support 4K 60 FPS recording, so the max you can shoot from the main and front camera is 4K 30 FPS with quality issues like movement wble.
It's not perfect for every aspect, it has some flaws like average performance, ultra-wide lens issues and lack of better chipset which could have made it a king among mid-range phones.
Read Full Reviews

Asus Zenfone 9

The Asus Zenfone 9 is a compact flagship Android phone that stands out in a world where large screens are the norm. With a processor that rivals its bigger siblings, this device packs a punch despite its modest size. The camera, although solid, lacks some of the flair found on other phones. However, with its sleek design and snappy performance, it's easy to see why some might consider it a hidden gem. As I delve into the details of this phone, I'll weigh its pros and cons, exploring whether its compact size is enough to make it worth the investment.

realme 14 Pro

The Realme 14 Pro Plus is a color-changing smartphone that's hard to ignore. With its unique thermochromic design, this device promises a good overall package under ₹30,000. While it boasts impressive specs like a high-refresh-rate display and a triple-camera setup, there are some compromises to be made. Performance might not be the strong suit of this phone, but its camera capabilities are noteworthy, especially for portrait shots. Let's dive into the pros and cons of this device.

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