ASUS ZenFone 8 vs Zenfone 9: Which One Should You Buy?
Zenfone 9 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
ASUS ZenFone 8
Zenfone 9
ASUS ZenFone 8 wins 3 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedZenfone 98095
- CameraASUS ZenFone 88884
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryTie7070
- DisplayTie8686
- ConnectivityASUS ZenFone 87570
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueASUS ZenFone 88068
- Zenfone 9 has the bigger battery4,300 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
- ASUS ZenFone 8 has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
- Zenfone 9 has the bigger screen5.92" vs 5.9"
- ASUS ZenFone 8 launched cheaper$599 vs $699
- Zenfone 9 has more RAM16 GB vs 8 GB
- Zenfone 9 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E vs Wi-Fi 6
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Zenfone 9 wins — BeastScore 82.8/100
After comparing all the specs, Zenfone 9 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 4,300 mAh (+300 mAh more).
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP · Lower launch price: $599 (save $100)
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 81.2 · Larger battery capacity: 4,300 mAh (+300 mAh more)
Common questions
Which is better: ASUS ZenFone 8 or Zenfone 9?
Zenfone 9 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.8/100 compared to ASUS ZenFone 8 (81.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 4,300 mAh (+300 mAh more).
What are the main battery and display differences between ASUS ZenFone 8 and Zenfone 9?
ASUS ZenFone 8 has a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. Zenfone 9 has a 5.92-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.
How do ASUS ZenFone 8 and Zenfone 9 compare for speed?
ASUS ZenFone 8 scores 80/100 for performance; Zenfone 9 scores 95/100.
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