ASUS ZenFone 8 vs vivo T5e: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo T5e edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Asus · 2021

ASUS ZenFone 8

ASUS ZenFone 8
81/ 100
Launch price$599
Vivo

vivo T5e

vivo T5e
81/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

vivo T5e wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

ASUS ZenFone 8
ASUS ZenFone 8
2 wins
vivo T5e
vivo T5e
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
ASUS ZenFone 8vivo T5e
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedASUS ZenFone 8
    80
    70
  • CameraASUS ZenFone 8
    88
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryvivo T5e
    70
    91
  • Displayvivo T5e
    86
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • Valuevivo T5e
    80
    85
Key differences
  • vivo T5e has the bigger battery5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • vivo T5e has the bigger screen6.74" vs 5.9"
  • ASUS ZenFone 8 has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy ASUS ZenFone 8
  • ✓64 MP main camera
  • ✓5.9" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo T5e
  • ✓Bigger 5,500 mAh battery (+1,500 mAh)
  • ✓6.74" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationASUS ZenFone 8vivo T5e
1. Display & Screen🏆 vivo T5e Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size5.9"6.74"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (446 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 888 (5nm)Unisoc T7225
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 660Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB64 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX686undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.45undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mmN/A
Weight169 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo T5e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh5,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Not listed
Bluetooth5.2Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$599Price on request
Our verdict

vivo T5e wins — BeastScore 81.0/100

The vivo T5e is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.74" vs 5.9"). The ASUS ZenFone 8 is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB).

Buy ASUS ZenFone 8 if you want

More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB

Buy vivo T5e if you want

Larger battery: 5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.74" vs 5.9"

Common questions

Which is better: ASUS ZenFone 8 or vivo T5e?

The vivo T5e is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.74" vs 5.9"). The ASUS ZenFone 8 is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: ASUS ZenFone 8 81.2/100, vivo T5e 81.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between ASUS ZenFone 8 and vivo T5e?

ASUS ZenFone 8 has a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. vivo T5e has a 6.74-inch display and 5500 mAh battery.

How do ASUS ZenFone 8 and vivo T5e compare for speed?

ASUS ZenFone 8 scores 80/100 for performance; vivo T5e scores 70/100.

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