ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Google Pixel 5
The Verdict
Both phones occupy the same $699 price point but represent different eras and design philosophies. ASUS Zenfone 10 brings substantially newer hardware with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, offering nearly 3x the CPU performance and superior GPU capabilities via Adreno 740 versus the Pixel 5's aging 765G processor. The display advantage goes decisively to the Zenfone 10: 144Hz refresh rate versus 90Hz, 1100 nits peak brightness versus 700 nits, and superior resolution clarity on a 5.92-inch panel. Camera specifications favor ASUS with its 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor featuring gimbal OIS and 8K video capability, though the Pixel 5's computational photography remains respected among enthusiasts. Battery capacities are comparable at 4300 mAh versus 4080 mAh, but the Zenfone 10 supports faster 30W charging and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The Pixel 5 scores points for its lightweight 151g design and the promise of longer software support, though it ships with Android 11 compared to the Zenfone 10's Android 13. For most users prioritizing current performance, display quality, and camera hardware, the Zenfone 10 delivers significantly better value despite being a more recently released device.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Google Pixel 5 if…
- →Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- →90Hz smooth OLED display
- →Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Google Pixel 5
Pros
- Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- 90Hz smooth OLED display
- Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
- Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging
- IP68 water resistance
Cons
- Mid-range Snapdragon 765G in a $699 phone
- No telephoto camera
- 8 MP selfie camera is dated
- Only 128 GB storage option
- Bio-resin coating scratches easily
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Google Pixel 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (ZenUI) | Android 11 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 172 g | 151 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, plastic back | Aluminum unibody, bio-resin coating |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 146.5 x 68.1 x 9.4 mm | 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.9, Gimbal OIS, Sony IMX766 | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 4080 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 18W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W Qi | 12W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.92 inches | 6.0 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 700 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 1x2.2 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 620 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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