ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
The Verdict
Both phones target different priorities, making this comparison challenging. The Zenfone 10 delivers superior raw specs at a $300 lower price point. Its 5.92-inch AMOLED display reaches 144Hz with 1100 nits brightness, while the Z Flip 4's inner screen maxes at 120Hz and 1200 nits but measures 6.7 inches when unfolded. Camera performance favors the Zenfone 10 with a 50MP main sensor featuring gimbal OIS and 8K video recording versus the Z Flip 4's 12MP with standard OIS and 4K max. Processing power significantly advantages the Zenfone 10, using the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 paired with Adreno 740 GPU against the Z Flip 4's 8+ Gen 1 and Adreno 730. Battery capacity is notably higher in the Zenfone 10 at 4300mAh with faster 30W charging. However, the Z Flip 4's foldable form factor provides unique versatility and the iconic design appeals to those prioritizing portability and novelty over specifications. For pure performance and value, the Zenfone 10 is the clearer choice. Choose the Z Flip 4 only if the foldable experience justifies the premium and decreased specs.
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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 if…
- →Compact clamshell design fits in any pocket
- →Improved battery over Flip 3
- →Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is efficient
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
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Pros
- Compact clamshell design fits in any pocket
- Improved battery over Flip 3
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is efficient
- IPX8 water resistance
- Flex mode for hands-free selfies and video calls
Cons
- Visible crease on inner display
- Small cover screen limits functionality
- 12 MP cameras lag behind competitors
- No telephoto camera
- USB 2.0 data transfer speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (ZenUI) | Android 12, One UI 4.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 172 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, plastic back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 146.5 x 68.1 x 9.4 mm | 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.9, Gimbal OIS, Sony IMX766 | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W Qi | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.92 inches | 6.7 inches (inner), 1.9 inches (cover) |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, foldable |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (inner), 512 x 260 (cover) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz (inner) |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz + 3x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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