Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs ASUS Zenfone 10
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 15 Plus targets users seeking a larger display and premium ecosystem, while ASUS Zenfone 10 appeals to compact phone enthusiasts who want cutting-edge specs at a lower price. The iPhone 15 Plus features a stunning 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with 2000 nits brightness, though it's limited to 60Hz refresh rate. Its A16 Bionic processor delivers excellent performance paired with iOS 17's polish, supported by 6GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. Camera performance impresses with the 48MP main sensor and Dolby Vision 4K recording, though the ultrawide lags behind competitors. The Zenfone 10 packs significantly more raw power with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and up to 16GB RAM, plus a 144Hz AMOLED display on a compact 5.92-inch body weighing just 172 grams. Its camera system excels with gimbal OIS stabilization and 8K recording capability, alongside faster 30W charging. However, the display brightness of 1100 nits trails the iPhone by 900 nits. At $200 cheaper, the Zenfone 10 delivers better value and spec-for-spec performance, making it the smart choice for Android users prioritizing power and compactness. iPhone 15 Plus wins if you prefer ecosystem integration and display quality over raw specifications.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 Plus if…
- →Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- →Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- →48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
Buy the ASUS Zenfone 10 if…
- →Compact 5.92-inch flagship — one of the few small high-end phones
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship-tier performance
- →6-axis gimbal stabilization for ultra-steady video and photos
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Pros
- Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- 48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
- First USB-C port on a standard Plus model
- Large display great for media consumption
Cons
- Capped at 60Hz with no ProMotion upgrade
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds
- No telephoto camera
- No always-on display
- Bulky and heavy for everyday use
ASUS Zenfone 10
Pros
- Compact 5.92-inch flagship — one of the few small high-end phones
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship-tier performance
- 6-axis gimbal stabilization for ultra-steady video and photos
- 144Hz AMOLED display is smooth and vibrant
- IP68 water resistance with wireless charging
Cons
- 30W wired charging is slow compared to 100W+ competitors
- 5.92-inch screen limits content consumption and typing comfort
- No telephoto lens — digital zoom only
- Plastic back feels less premium than glass
- ASUS software update cadence is slower than Samsung or Google
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | ASUS Zenfone 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13 (ZenUI) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 172 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, plastic back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 146.5 x 68.1 x 9.4 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.9, Gimbal OIS, Sony IMX766 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 16 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4383 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 15W Qi |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 5.92 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1100 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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