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ASUS ZenFone 8 vs Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Asus · 2021

ASUS ZenFone 8

ASUS ZenFone 8
81/ 100
Launch MSRP$599 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)

Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)
81/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS ASUS ZenFone 8 BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)?

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ASUS ZenFone 8Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORASUS ZenFoneSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh6,000 mAh+6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor64 MP50 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size5.9"6.6"6.6"
Chassis Weight169gN/A169g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy ASUS ZenFone 8:
  • ✓830g lighter chassis (169g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9400 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $9999)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy M13 (India):
  • ✓Larger 6,000 mAh battery capacity (+2,000 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationASUS ZenFone 8Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)
1. Display & Screen🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size5.9"6.6"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (446 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Exynos 850
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX68650 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mmN/A
Weight169 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung Galaxy M13 (India) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

ASUS ZenFone 8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, ASUS ZenFone 8 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy ASUS ZenFone 8:
Higher overall BeastScore: 81.2 vs top rival 81.1 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W
When to buy Samsung Galaxy M13 (India):
Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 6.6" vs max 5.9" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: ASUS ZenFone 8 vs Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)

Which phone is better: ASUS ZenFone 8 or Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)?

ASUS ZenFone 8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.2/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy M13 (India) (81.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.2 vs top rival 81.1 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between ASUS ZenFone 8 and Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)?

ASUS ZenFone 8 is equipped with a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy M13 (India) features a 6.6-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between ASUS ZenFone 8 and Samsung Galaxy M13 (India)?

In lab hardware evaluations, ASUS ZenFone 8 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy M13 (India) scores 80/100.

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