ASUS Zenfone 10 Review - The BEST Small Phone? 

A flagship processor, compact size for one hand use, 3.5mm earphone jack, a 30W charger included inside box. Perfectttt

I love the smaller size.. Really can't wait and hope more phones move in this direction ❤

Kudos to Asus for keeping the small flagship alive, plus the headphone jack. However the bezels should be reduced for a 2023 flagship 😅

The Zenfone 9 has been such a good phone. Obviously not upgrading this year because the 9 is pretty killer and I like to hold onto my phones for a while, but i do hope Asus sticks with the high end, small form factor for the Zenfone for the forseeable future

man, who cares about the box? it just goes into the trash. its job is to protect what is inside and not look fancy by being wasteful.

Love the bromance between SuperSaf and mkbhd a lot…and happy to see this new kind of video style of yours, very different, very enjoyable ❤

Everyone going mad over the Zenfone. We had the Samsung S10e offering the same a few years ago which im still using. That thumb button on thevsude is brilliant. Its light as well. And it was cheaper.

Remeber when samsung launched a 5 inch galaxy note, and how people were in disbelief of it's screen size. Now a 6 inch phone is considered "small". Amazing how times change

this is the king of compacts, good review 😉

one thing i love about supersaf is that even if you play video at 360p it looks like 1080p

Awesome editing bro congrats 🎉

Awesome unboxing keep it up as always Eid Mubarak Takabbalallahu Minna wa minkum bro

Lack of macro kills it for me… hopefully my 2017 iPhone SE can hold on just a bit longer. Hopefully the 11 will still have the headphone jack. Longer software support time would be very much appreciated as well. Great review; thanks!

Zenfone's design reminds me so much of google Nexus 5. From the black chassis to the polycarbonate back and the camera module.

What kills it for me is the 2 Year Update cycle. I currently am using a Pixel 6a and i am not a big fan of it. Feels too big and sluggish performance. But it gets guaranteed updates up to July 2027!

I hope they improve the image processing and camera software and lack of autofocus on the ultrawide is a bummer, but honestly, it ticks so many other boxes I think I'm voting with my wallet on this one and finally downsizing my daily. Nothing has tempted me away from the OnePlus 7T Pro, but a clean UI with useful enhancements is what I wanted and the newer OnePlus devices have gone the wrong way.

Really liked your video. Best review for this phone. What racing game was that?

Love Asus.. there's a market for small form factor smartphones we small handed folks appreciate it

To me this is the best compact phone till date.

Can't wait to see how thw Z11 will be like. Having grown tired of the gigantic S23U I'm looking for a compact alternative. The S24 comes with Exynos chip, so that's a no-go. Looking forward to the Zenfone 11.

Definitely want either zenfone 9 or 10 but because of security updates I feel like I have to go for the 10

I actually love the bezels it looks symmetrical on top & bottom, maybe it is not in reality but it looks symmetrical to me, but yeah there's a chin. I wish they had uniform slimmer bezels for the price.

I just need to watch your video about the Zenfone 10, and now I know that I don't need to upgrade. Because I really love Zenfone 9 that I have right now, and also I don't use the wireless charging so no need to upgrade 👍

Great video and subscribed also.

I personally like phones with some bezels cause it gives you a space rest your thumb when holding your phone in landscape mode.

The one hand feature doubles down as a splitscreen too. If the app supports it you can use two screens at once. Such as you want to copy information from Wikipedia to Google docs, no problem you can have them both on the same screen

I think the Zenfone 11 next year camera should be better this time

Finally Zenfone have A Wireless Charge...one of the features that a flagship should have

I hope they make the zenfone 11 5.5 inch with 4k battery next year. I want a smaller phone.

compact size. long battery usage. 10/10

im inlove this phone. this is my wishlist. hopefully have this unit in the Philippines.

the new zenfones are nice and fit a niche that the bigger brands dont always fill with their small phones but i miss the flippy cameras of the older zenfones :(

The perfect phone size is so amazing i always wanted a small but poweful phones

A dedicated camera comparison b/w Zenfone 10 and S23 please

I wish phones with this size but still having 3x optical. Currently there are only Galaxy S( non pro non plus version) and iPhone Pro version that are sort of compact phones with everything.

WARNING: I have the Zenfone 9 and I must warn you before buying: There is a bug, since Zenfone 7 maybe, with the proximity sensors, it is a software issue, not hardware. basically the screen is being turned ON during calls or in the pocket, and from there the random touches can take you everywhere. ASUS has done nothing to fix it and just ignored the countless complaints by customers.

Really love my Zenfone 10

The best phone❤

Aperture could have like 1.7 instead of 1.9 so that low light could be even sharper and brighter

I love a compact flagship, and this isn't the only one. The Galaxy S23 is the same size. It's basically the same height and weight, technically actually a tiny bit shorter and lighter, and a little bit thinner. The only dimension it's bigger in is width. As much as I'd like to go for the Zenfone it's a hard sell when the S23 exists.

Cool video.

99% people said thanks atleast a good small form factor flagship is alive, but actual they all used large phone.

1st comment from India ❤

Great review. I liked it even more than mkbhds.

Only 2 years of OS updates is simply not good enough, DOA

Damn, I really should stop getting my hopes up. I was expecting 5in height when you said small, lol. Something like the 2014 Zenfone 5. I miss being able to reach every part of the screen with my thumb comfortably.

It reminds me of my Galaxy S10e.

I really like this phone. It made me miss my Pixel 5 form factor.

A very long time ago Asus had launched the Padfone S which has Qi wireless charging. So this is not the first time for them.

I'm sold! I was thinking to get the Xperia 5 V but the Zen phone seems to be a much better option.

I prefer macro shot than wireless charging. Can we have macro shot with apps? Is SD8+ gen 1 has overheat issues?

This, the iPhone 14, 14 Pro and Samsung S23 are all exactly the same size as this. The screen is smaller only because bezels are bigger. But, I would pick this over the S23 because the software is less bloaty. I have pixel 7 so I am going to stick with it, but I do love this Zenphone 10 .

Like your review. But people stop complaining about the chin and bezel, in every phone. It is what created this uncessary trend of notches, punch-hole cameras and the death of useful features like front-flash and LED indicators.

Had me all excited, a six inch screen is not small... will sadly have to stick with my Xperia xz1 compact and custom firmware for the time being

I'm planning to upgrade this year (and maybe change carriers)--I own a Samsung Galaxy S7 with a screen less than six inches. From your informative review, the Zenphone 10 looks like a phone to consider (should the carrier I'm with, or switch to, carries it). Thanks for the info!

Well, the software features mostly feel like stuff you would have on like any typical samsung phone, like double slide down using the fingerprint sensor and edge tool and stuff.

They should have kept the autofocus on the ultra wide angle and front camera.

Is the Zenfone 10's back cover prone to scratches like Zenfone 9? That was the only thing that kept me from buying the ZF9.

I can't believe this phone only comes with 2 years of software updates, otherwise everything else is great 😢

Everything this phone does is amazing, especially the 3.5mm jack and the included charger adapter. If only the screen was at least 6.5 inches and it had a triple camera setup with the image quality as good as a Sony or at the very least like that of a Pixel. Ultimately, the only thing it comes down to these days is the Camera and screen size for me because everything else is more or less the same on every phone.

what a time! 6.0" is considered compact😂 i remember samsung releasing the galaxy "mega" with 6.0"

According to GSMArena the front camera on the Zenfone 10 does not have a larger sensor size.

Circular app icons - can't handle that

Me who wants smaller phones... "happy happy happy"

I wouldn't call that a 'small' phone. I recently bought the Unihertz Jelly Star which really is a small phone (3"). Been using it for a week now and it performs fantastic!

proud to be one of the 10% gigachads

I haven't used my beats ep in a while, I must use them starting Monday......let's go wired

S23 vs Xiaomi 13 vs Asus ZenFone 10 should be great for compare?

Super 🎉

How I wish they refresh their Asus padfone concept. From small phone transform into tablet with additional battery power, higher quality screens, stylus

Where is google pixel 7a review or camera comparison? I was thinking about buying 7a after camera comparison video but you didn't

Small bezel makes the phone fragile to damage it's a trade off I prefer more durable

most comfortable size phone

Where is your Pixel Fold review at?

Como usuario de Zenfone 9, no recomiendo comprar Asus. El soporte no es el mejor. La cámara frontal tiene SI o SI un efecto de "modo belleza" que suaviza mucho la piel y texturas. No se puede eliminar (al usar gcam se elimina ese "modo belleza" y se puede comparar ambas fotos, y se nota lo deficiente de la cámara nativa), que al Zenfone 10 le hayan eliminado el autofoco en la camara frontal es un gran retroceso, era lo único que "salvaba" de una selfie. El software tiene agregados muy buenos, la carga inteligente programable es lo mejor que tiene, pero otros apartados como doble tap trasero funciona fatal. Tiene modo de pantalla divida, ventana flotante para casi todas las apps (la multitarea existe y mucho). Pero se pega sus buenos calentones, con las actualizaciones la bateria durará cada vez menos (pasando de 6 horas y media a 4 casi 5 de pantalla). Las actualizaciones al comienzo son mensuales, después se tardan y corrigen poco o nada. Las letras de la tapa trasera se borraron a los 14 días habiéndolo usado con un cuidado extremo. El video graba bien pero la cámara SIEMPRE se traba los primeros 2 segundos luego de abrirla (hay que esperar y luego de eso empezar a grabar) o poner el modo de 720p si quieres grabar un video rapido y abrir la cámara sin que se trabe esos 2 segundos. Para tomas de una escena importante o urgente, no sirve. Después de 7 meses de uso, lo tenía en una mesa, y al tomarlo la pantalla apareció con una mancha amarillenta, que al hacer presión desaparece. En un lugar donde supuestamente iría un lector de huellas bajo la pantalla. Asus no tiene soporte en mi país y simplemente debo acostumbrarme a ver la mancha ahí (no fui el único usuario al que le sucedió, otros más tienen la misma mancha como de píxeles quemados, pero al hacer presión desaparece) En el foro Zentalk pueden ver todas las quejas de los usuarios. Por el precio que tiene uno espera un teléfono a la altura. Se desbloquea solo en el bolsillo porque el sensor de proximidad no funciona, y mandas correos/mensajes sin darte cuenta. La pantalla hace cosas raras contra tu voluntad. El doble toque para despertar, funciona cuando se le antoja. Lo único que echaré de menos será el Jack 3.5mm, pero estoy contando los días para comprarme el Pixel 8 Pro No se gasten el dinero en un Asus, mejor compren un Pixel. Se los digo como usuario hace casi 1 año de Zenfone 9. Me costó $750 y siempre he sentido que pagué de más por este teléfono. Por ese precio se consigue una mejor experiencia con un Pixel, o algún iPhone. Muy desconforme con Asus Zenfone 9, el 10 no se ve muy distinto. En base a mi experiencia NO se lo compren. Se los advertí

My award for best "small" phones as of now are S23 and iphone 14 pro

I like Zenfone series

I really love the size of this phone but it's hard to get in UK on an upgrade. Still using pixel 4a cause of the size not sure what to upgrade to after

Nice video

I generally buy budget smartphones(typically moto g phones), so this would be a huge departure and I'd be spending 4 times I usually do; even so I am tempted. Those comparisons of the ultrawide camera from the 9 to 10 though are not flattering for the 10. Really should bring back that macro or whatever to fix that issue. I like smaller phones, with headphone jack and ample storage (usually via microSD)(for mp3 files for offline listening and photos and video). The moto g line has unfortunately gotten worse with time since 2020; bigger screens and the video recording went from 1080p 60 or 4k 30 to only 1080p 30. That is a massive downgrade for a phone in the same exact price range and naming scheme. If they didn't cheap out on the video quality I'd probably just go for another moto g phone, but I keep gravitating back to the zenfone because it ticks all my boxes(by buying the bigger capacity option, unfortunately no microSD. I have a few other bigger purchases on my radar too, so I'll try to make my moto g power last as long as possible(charging port is damaged, so I have to plug the type C cable in backwards for it to charge).

it is the best small phone because it is the only one...

I really like the small size of the phone

It's giving Nexus 5 vibes. and I'm not mad about it.

Sir which sunglass brand and model did you wear in making this video ?

I wish people make 5 inch phones

Here coming from someone who own 7 zenfones. From Zenfone 2 Deluxe all the way to Zenfone 7. And to ROG. You get a temporary performance. [5-6 months] With every update get slower. Asus many time they release weird update or beta update[ 3 of the phone i had they got soft brick/hard brick] and since in Canada there's no support for zenfone i've to ship it oversea to Taiwan for repair. So yes and no. When Asus start treat their customer right might be. Do yourself a favour and stick with regular phone which provide support to their customers.

I don't know why people hate on bezels? I like to see my screen separately from the chassis. Just a round flat screen nothing else nothing more.

nice video

i used zenfone 9 right now .i not fan of software update .even i get update android 13 ,i not update it..i disable system update using cmd..my phone run smoothly, no problem, no update bug, no lag😁😁

The main thing that block me from using it is android update support

Its shame there didn't make a karger version. Like Plus or Pro edition

Hello, is there an original screen protector?

Sadly a step back in terms of cameras. Cancelled my preorder

I'm in a quest for finding my next phone and selected a few. A pixel 7, zenfone 10 and Nothing Phone 2. As I watch reviews I incline more and more towards the zenfone. Are there any zenfone users in the comment section that cand give me some props in regards with it?

Was just about to buy this phone and just found out ASUS stopped supporting bootloader unlocking for the Zenfone 9 and 10. So You HAD a perfect phone and you botched it. With privacy, right to repair, and control over the devices we own becoming more and more important to people, this move is a step in the wrong direction for ASUS. ASUS, support bootloader unlocking for your phones and you have my purchase.

I thought the Zenfone 9 just came out? Does anyone know if the 10 is really out there?

i think it sux they added wireless charging, they should have made battery bigger instead or a camera zoom module

It’s a great phone

Can u make a video about its camera plz

The phone makers do understand that not everyone is looking for a small phone with high end performance! There are many people who just need a mid range phone in a compact size