Asus·Flagship · Released May 2021
Zenfone 8
The compact SD888 flagship — small phone, no compromises.
80/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$599
Color · Obsidian Black
Display
5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 888
Memory
8 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
64 MP · f/1.8
Battery
4,000 mAh
Weight
169 g
AI Snapshot
The compact flagship done right.
Zenfone 8 squeezed the SD888, IP68, 120 Hz and a headphone jack into a 5.9", 169 g body at $599. The rare small Android flagship with no real compromises.
Subscores · 0–100
Display82
Camera74
Performance84
Battery70
Build80
Value80
- SD888 in a compact 5.9" body.
- IP68 + headphone jack — rare combo.
- 120 Hz + Gorilla Glass Victus.
- Near-stock ZenUI, light 169 g.
Full specifications
Type
AMOLED, 120 Hz
Size
5.9 inches
Resolution
2,400 × 1,080 px
Glass
Gorilla Glass Victus
Main
64 MP Sony IMX686, f/1.8, OIS
Ultrawide
12 MP Sony IMX363
Selfie
12 MP
Video
8K 24 fps
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -54.9%
This
730,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -52.4%
This
1,380
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -56.2%
This
3,550
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -54.8%
This
28.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Zenfone 8 released?
The Zenfone 8 was released in May 2021.
What is the Zenfone 8 screen size and type?
The Zenfone 8 has a 5.9" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Zenfone 8 use?
The Zenfone 8 is powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Zenfone 8 have?
The Zenfone 8 ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Zenfone 8 battery capacity?
The Zenfone 8 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
What is the Zenfone 8 main camera?
The Zenfone 8 has a 64 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Zenfone 8 have 5G?
The Zenfone 8 supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Zenfone 8 waterproof?
The Zenfone 8 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.