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The video provides a comprehensive comparison of the Asus Zenfone 10 and Samsung Galaxy S23, focusing on their design, functionality, and performance. The Zenfone 10, with its compact 5.9-inch screen and distinctive dual-camera design featuring six-axis gimbal stabilization, is contrasted against the premium look of the S23 with its matte glass back and slimmer bezels. Both phones have aluminum frames but different fingerprint reader placements, with the Zenfone retaining a rare headphone jack.
The video delves into screen quality, noting the Zenfone's 120Hz refresh rate and the S23’s adaptive 120Hz refresh rate and higher peak brightness. Software-wise, the Zenfone offers a stock Android experience with added Asus optimizations, while Samsung's One UI provides extensive customization through the Galaxy store.
In terms of performance, both devices use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip; however, the Zenfone manages thermal throttling better. The Zenfone's gaming capabilities are highlighted, along with its larger 4300mAh battery and faster 30W charging. On camera quality, the S23 excels with better color processing, a three times optical zoom lens, and the ability to shoot in full 50-megapixel resolution.
The front camera comparison reveals the S23’s superior color quality for skin tones. Price-wise, the Zenfone 10 is expected to be around $699, whereas the S23 starts at $799. While the S23 is preferred for its overall camera performance and software refinement, the Zenfone is praised for its gaming features and effective thermal management. The reviewer concludes by suggesting the S23 as worth the higher price and invites viewers to follow more content.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on reviewing the new Asus Zenfone 10, emphasizing its compact 5.9-inch screen and capabilities, including the latest 8 Gen 2 SOC and a 50-megapixel camera. Despite its compactness, it’s only slightly smaller than the Galaxy S23. The video then compares their designs, noting the Zenfone’s unique dual-camera aesthetic with significant lens housing due to the six-axis gimbal stabilization. The Zenfone has a plastic back with a distinct rough texture and various color options, while the S23 features a premium matte glass back, preferred by the reviewer for its feel and cleaner look. Concerns are raised about the Zenfone’s backplate flexibility and strong vibrations during audio playback. Both phones have aluminum frames, with the Zenfone’s matte frame still showing fingerprints. The Zenfone includes a side fingerprint reader while the S23 has a more convenient on-screen ultrasonic reader. The Zenfone also uniquely retains a headphone jack, a rare feature in modern phones.
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In this part of the video, the speaker compares the Asus Zenfone and the Samsung S23, highlighting their speakers, screens, and software features. For speakers, both phones are similarly good, although the Zenfone vibrates while playing music. On screen quality, the Zenfone has non-uniform bezels and a 120Hz refresh rate (144Hz for gaming), whereas the S23 boasts thinner, more uniform bezels and an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, with a peak brightness of 1750 nits, making it slightly brighter than the Zenfone. Regarding software, the Zenfone offers a choice between stock Android and an Asus optimized version which includes various features for one-handed use, such as multifunctional buttons and dark screen gestures. The Zenfone’s small size can feel cramped for typing with two hands.
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In this segment, the reviewer discusses the usability of one-handed modes on different smartphones, highlighting that Samsung’s implementation is superior because it offers a smaller but fully usable screen. They also touch on Samsung’s extensive customization options available via the Galaxy store, which offer aesthetic and functional enhancements through various apps, such as changing home screen layouts and keyboard modifications.
The Zenfone, in contrast, is lauded for its gaming features through the Game Genie app, where users can adjust performance modes, refresh rates, and set up game-related macros, which exceed the gaming features found on the S23. In terms of battery life, the Zenfone’s 4300mAh battery outperforms the S23’s 3900mAh battery in a YouTube video playback test, albeit the test was interrupted. Despite this, the Zenfone’s larger battery and its charging capabilities (30W wired and 15W wireless) are praised as significant advantages.
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In this segment of the video, the discussion revolves around comparing the charging capabilities, performance, and camera quality of two smartphones: the S23 and the Zenfone. The S23 can charge up to 25 watts wired and 15 watts wirelessly, while the Zenfone includes a 30-watt charging brick in the box. Both phones use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, but the Zenfone experiences less thermal throttling, maintaining maximum performance for seven minutes before a big decrease, whereas the S23 shows a gradual decline.
When it comes to cameras, both phones have 50-megapixel main lenses. However, the S23 offers better color processing and has a three times optical zoom lens, unlike the Zenfone. The Zenfone’s camera processing shows some artifacts in moving objects and has no option to toggle the full 50-megapixel resolution, limiting it to 12 megapixels. The S23 allows shooting in 50 megapixels, which can enhance detail and reduce sharpening. Overall, the S23’s camera performance is deemed superior.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer compares the front cameras of the Samsung and Zenfone phones, noting that while the detail levels are similar, Samsung offers better color quality, particularly for skin tones. The reviewer anticipates the Zenfone 10 will cost around $699, similar to its predecessor, while the Samsung S23 starts at $799, sometimes available at a discount. Despite the higher price, the Samsung S23 is deemed worth it for its superior cameras, including a telephoto lens, and the refined, customizable One UI software. The Zenfone, however, excels in gaming features and thermal management, making it a better option for heavy gaming. The reviewer concludes by inviting viewers to follow more content on TikTok and subscribe to the channel.