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| Price |
₹ 9,999 onwards
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₹ 8,980 onwards
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| Launch Date (India) |
Dec, 2018
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Sep, 2019
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| Expected Launch Date |
N/A
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N/A
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| Smartphone OS |
Android 8.1 Oreo, Upgradeable to Android 10Expected update to next Android version
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Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Low likelihood of getting updated to next Android version
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| Touchscreen |
Yes (Capacitive)
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Yes (Capacitive)
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| Screen Size |
6.3 inches
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6.22 inches
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| Screen Resolution |
720x1520 pixels (~ 267 pixels per inch)
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720x1520 pixels (~ 270 pixels per inch)
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| Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels |
Yes
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Yes
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| Scratch Resistant Display |
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Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
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| Display Type |
IPS LCD
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IPS LCD
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| Screen Refresh Rate |
60 HzStandard
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60 HzStandard
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| Display Features |
2.5D Curved Glass, FullView Display
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2.5D Curved Glass, Sunlight mode, Night mode, Reading mode, Color Temperature Adjustment
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| Full Physical QWERTY Keypad |
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| Processor |
1.8 GHz
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2 GHz
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| Processor Type |
Octa Core
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Octa Core
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| Processor Name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 632Ranked #66 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 439Ranked #88 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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| GPU |
Adreno 506
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Adreno 505
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| RAM |
3 GB
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3 GB
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| 3G |
Yes
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Yes
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| 4G |
Yes
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Yes
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| 5G |
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| VoLTE |
Yes
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Yes
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| WiFi |
Yes
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Yes
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| VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling |
Yes
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Yes
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| GPS |
Yes
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Yes
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| Bluetooth |
Yes
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Yes
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| Connecting Port |
microUSB
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USB-C
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| Primary Camera |
13MP + 2MP
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12MP
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| Camera Auto-Focus |
Yes
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Yes
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| Camera Flash |
Yes
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Yes
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| HD Video Recording |
Yes (4K)
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Yes (Full HD)
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| Other Camera Features |
13MP: F/1.8 Aperture; 1.12um Pixel Size, PDAF, Electronic Image Stabilisation (EIS), Portrait Mode, Night Mode
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F/1.9 Aperture, Sony IMX363 Sensor, 1.4um Pixel Size, Dual PDAF, 6P Lens
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| Secondary Camera |
8MP
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8MP
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| Secondary Camera Features |
F/2.0 Aperture, 1.12um Pixel Size, LED flash, Portrait Mode, Night Mode
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F/2.0 Aperture, 1.12um Pixel Size
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| Internal Memory |
32 GB
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32 GB
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| Expandable Memory Slot |
Yes, up to 2 TB
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Yes, up to 512 GB
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| Contacts Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| SMS Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| Music Player |
Yes
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Yes
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| FM Radio |
Yes
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Yes (Wireless)
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| Dual SIM |
GSM+GSM
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GSM+GSM
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| Thickness |
7.7 mmMedium
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9.4 mmThick
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| Weight |
160 gmMedium
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188 gmMedium
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| Width |
76.3 mmOk for one-handed use
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75.4 mmOk for one-handed use
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| Audio Output |
3.5mm jack
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3.5mm jack
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| Water Resistant |
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Yes, Splash Resistant (P2i Coating)
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| Battery Capacity |
4000 mAh
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5000 mAh
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| Battery Standby |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Standby (3G) |
792 hrs
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime (3G) |
35.00 hrs
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N/A
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| Fast Charging Support |
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Yes, 18W Fast Charging
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| Included Fast Charger |
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| Other Battery Parameters |
Internet Usage Time (WiFi): upto 22 hrs
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N/A
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| Fingerprint sensor |
Yes
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| Other Features |
Noise Filtration; NXP Smart Amp; Google Drive: 100GB free space (1 year)
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Noise Filtration
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| 2-minute Review [Positives] |
- Features a well-built, well-designed metal black+plastic frame aesthetic, paired with a massive display with a not-so-massive notch
- At 6.26 inches diagonally with relatively narrow borders all around, the screen does have a strong visual impact
- Unlike a lot of glossy phones in this segment now, the phone is also not a fingerprint magnet
- Very light, especially given the large battery it packs
- Decent, large, bright display
- Asus remains committed to stock Android for its low-end phones, and that's a good thing - it's nice and simple to use, and there is little to no bloat
- Performance is a key USP here, with Asus managing to offer a relatively powerful processor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, at a new low price - the phone is consistently smooth throughout, and even games like PUBG Mobile runs smoothly
- Decent dual rear cameras - daytime shots especially are well detailed
- Decent front camera too, and users will generally be happy with the quality of selfies they can take for social media - Asus is also planning future updates to bring EIS and the Depth Effect mode to the front camera
- Impressive speaker - it is not only loud but also produces quite rich, deep sound
- Very good battery life with a generous 4000mAh battery - you can get up to 2 days of use with moderate use
- There is no official fast charging support, but the included 10W charger has a decent charging speed
- Overall, the Max M2 is another winner from the Asus camp this year - and will be a strong choice in this segment - it wins on 4 important counts - a large 'notch' display, stock Android experience, great processor for the price, and a good battery life - providing for a reliable all-round experience
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- Unlike earlier entry-level Xiaomi phones, this one packs a trendy thin-bezel, tear-drop notch design
- Excellent construction and tactile feedback
- The matte finish at the back feels reassuring in the hands, and gives a good grip to the phone
- Fairly manageable weight-wise at 188g, which is commendable since it packs a large 5000 mAh battery
- Splash resistant
- Good, vivid display - one of the better ones in the entry segment - watching movies is an enjoyable experience
- Packs Gorilla glass 5 protection, which is a huge bonus in this price segment
- MIUI is a pretty refined and feature packed Android skin - some of the key add-ons include dual apps, second space, in-built call recording and the option to tweak the app icons
- Dependable performance backed by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 octa core processor - daily use is pretty smooth (though of course this phone is not really meant for high-end PUBG sort of gaming)
- Pretty decent camera quality (front and back) for the price bracket
- Daylight shots come out reasonably well in bright conditions - AI & HDR help in other conditions
- Thanks to Dual PD auto focus, it can focus on objects quickly
- Macro shots are good with good amount of details
- Portrait mode is decent too
- The 8-megapixel front camera is ok too - portrait for front camera uses software-based blur, and the edge detection is decent
- Uses the modern USB-C standard, a first for this price segment
- Excellent battery life with a massive 5000mAH battery combined with a 720p display - you will comfortably get 2 days of use
- 18W fast charging support, which is again really commendable for this price point (though only a 10W charger is included in the box)
- Redmi 8A is another excellent entry-level phone from the Xiaomi camp - it will be an especially good option if battery life is very important to you
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| 2-minute Review [Negatives] |
- If you aren't a fan of big phones in general, you probably won't warm up to the ZenFone Max M2 though - it's only just about usable with one hand, and it's also not the easiest phone to fit into a trouser pocket
- One of the software issues currently though is the un-optimised notch - the network bars and call profile icons usually aren’t visible fully, and a portion of those are hidden under the notch itself - hopefully this is something an OTA update will fix soon
- Shots taken from the rear cameras using the Depth Effect mode are average though
- Average low-light camera performance for both front and rear cameras
- The camera app is also sometimes slowish - that apart, the UI is also not the best - for example, it takes three taps to begin recording a video
- Overall, the camera performance is decent but a notch below what the Redmi 6 Pro (the primary competitor here) manages to deliver
- One of the biggest threats to the Max M2 might be its one generation old, but still excellent, bigger brother -- the Zenfone Max Pro M1 - at almost a similar price, the Max Pro M1 offers the more potent Snapdragon 636 chipset, a full HD+ display and a bigger 5000mAh battery - though it doesn't have a notch display - so which one you choose among these might be down to more individual preferences
- And if you want a better camera in this price range, then you will probably want to look at the Redmi Note 6 Pro, or Nokia 5.1 Plus
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- Xiaomi has added a Redmi logo on the lower bezel and that feels like a bit of an overkill given there is Redmi already engraved on the back
- Face unlock is a bit slow/inconsistent at times (and there is no fingerprint sensor)
- It's of course not as simple and clean as stock (or stock-like) Android phones - very few custom skins are - and like other recent Xiaomi phones, does have plenty of ads (you can disable them though)
- While the overall camera quality is decent, it's a notch behind its main competitor, the Realme C2, which packs a better dual rear camera setup
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| Expert Reviews |
A winner for Asus  in-depth Read Review »A competent entry-level device  in-depth Read Review »Decent for the price  in-depth Read Review »The Zenfone Max M2 brings strong competition in the affordable segment...however, if you are looking for a smartphone with a dependable camera, you may be a bit disappointed  in-depth Read Review »A compelling buy  in-depth Read Review »A decent option, if you are ready to compromise on the camera front  in-depth Read Review »A dependable option  in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review »
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If you want a budget smartphone or a low-cost secondary device, the Redmi 8A is a solid phone in-depth Read Review »Budget blockbuster in-depth Read Review »A reliable deal in-depth Read Review »Incredible value at an incredible price  in-depth Read Review »A good option for those looking to get a stylish budget phone in-depth Read Review »Worth recommending  in-depth Read Review »Best phone in this price bracket, but only if you don't mind ads  in-depth Read Review »The best phone in its segment. Period.  in-depth Read Review »If you are looking to upgrade from an older budget phone or are a first-time smartphone user, the Redmi 8A is totally worth it  in-depth Read Review »A great buy for the price  in-depth Read Review »Very good value in-depth Read Review »- hands-on Read Review »
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| User Reviews |
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