Here’s everything you need to know about the ASUS Zenfone 10, the 2023 compact flagship Android phone from the brand.
The ASUS Zenfone 10 is here! Although the rumor mill made it seem like ASUS would wildly reinvent what it does with the Zenfone series, the 2023 flagship phone from the brand keeps things very similar to 2022’s Zenfone 9. In other words, if you like your Android phones small but still powerful, the Zenfone 10 should be right up your alley.
This article has everything you need to know about the Zenfone 10. If you want to dive in deeper, be sure to check out our full review of the ASUS Zenfone 10!ASUS Zenfone 10: Release date, price, and availability
ASUS officially launched the Zenfone 10 on June 29, 2023. That launch was specifically for the European market. However, ASUS eventually rolled out pre-orders for the United States on August 22, 2023. You can get your order in using the link below:
In the US, the Zenfone 10 starts at $699 for the model with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of non-expandable storage. In Europe, the Zenfone 10 starts at €799 (~$876) for that same configuration. These are the same prices at which the Zenfone 9 launched.
In addition to the 8/128GB model, there will be an 8/256GB model for $749 / €849 and a bonkers-level variant with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for $799 / €929.
The ASUS Zenfone 10 will be available in five colors: Midnight Black, Starry Blue, Aurora Green, Eclipse Red (shown throughout this article), and Comet White. ASUS says that not all colors will be available in all regions, but the United States will see all five colors.
One of the most significant bits of news related to the Zenfone 10 is an increase in the company’s software update promise. ASUS is notorious for offering only the bare minimum of updates to its phones, but the Zenfone 10 gets a (slightly) increased commitment. You can expect two Android upgrades and four years of security patches with this phone. Since the Zenfone 10 launches with Android 13 out of the box, that means you’ll get Android 14 in 2023 or early 2024 and Android 15 later. You’ll then only get security patches until 2027.ASUS Zenfone 10: Features
As with 2022’s Zenfone 9, the most notable aspect of the Zenfone 10 is its size. At 146.5 x 68.1 x 9.4mm, the Zenfone 10 is a compact smartphone about the same size as a Samsung Galaxy S23 or an iPhone 14. A major difference, though, is that the Zenfone 10 is much thicker than both of those phones. However, that thickness is welcome because it makes room for the battery, which is significantly larger than phones of similar size.
Additionally, the Zenfone 10 is unique in that it keeps the 3.5mm headphone jack alive. All models come with this much-beloved port!
Check out all the other information you need on specific aspects of the ASUS Zenfone 10 below.
As with the 2022 Zenfone 9, the ASUS Zenfone 10 has a dual-lens camera system on the back. The primary lens is a 50MP shooter with a Sony IMX766 sensor. It’s paired with an ultrawide camera at 13MP. There is no telephoto lens.
As with previous Zenfones, we were very impressed with what the rear camera system can do. Our testing found images to look terrific under ideal conditions, and the phone performed admirably in low-light conditions, especially considering its size and price bracket. To be clear, it certainly will not be the best camera phone you can buy in 2023.
