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Realme 10 vs ASUS Zenfone 9

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

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Realme 10
· 2022

Realme 10

Price on request
79.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100
ASUS Zenfone 9
· 2022

ASUS Zenfone 9

$699
80.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
80.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Realme 10:
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.38" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy ASUS Zenfone 9:
  • ✓9g lighter chassis (169g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9300 lower launch MSRP ($699 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRealme 10ASUS Zenfone 9
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.38"5.9"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (413 ppi)2400x1080 (445 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,100 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX766
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
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 Lens15.9 MP12 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions159.9 x 73.3 x 7.95 mm146.5 x 68.1 x 9.1 mm
Weight178 g169 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W wired fast charging30W wired fast 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 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.1
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
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 PricePrice on request$699
Editorial Lab Verdict

ASUS Zenfone 9 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, ASUS Zenfone 9 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 Realme 10:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more)
When to buy ASUS Zenfone 9:
Higher overall BeastScore: 80.0 vs top rival 79.8 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Realme 10 vs ASUS Zenfone 9

Which phone is better: Realme 10 or ASUS Zenfone 9?

ASUS Zenfone 9 leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.0/100 compared to Realme 10 (79.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.0 vs top rival 79.8 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Realme 10 and ASUS Zenfone 9?

Realme 10 is equipped with a 6.38-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while ASUS Zenfone 9 features a 5.9-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Realme 10 and ASUS Zenfone 9?

In lab hardware evaluations, Realme 10 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while ASUS Zenfone 9 scores 88/100.

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