Asus Zenfone 6 A601CG (2014)

  • Released 2014, May
    196g, 9.9mm thickness
    Android 4.3, up to 5.0.2
    16GB/32GB storage, microSD slot
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  • 6.0"
    720x1280 pixels
  • 13MP
    1080p
  • 2GB RAM
    Intel Atom Z2560
  • 3230mAh
    Li-Po

Asus Zenfone 6 A601CG (2014) - Specs

Network Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
Launch Announced 2014, January
Status Available. Released 2014, May
Body Dimensions 166.9 x 84.3 x 9.9 mm (6.57 x 3.32 x 0.39 in)
Weight 196 g (6.91 oz)
SIM Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display Type IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 6.0 inches, 99.2 cm2 (~70.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Platform OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Chipset Intel Atom Z2560
CPU Dual-core 1.6 GHz
GPU PowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory Card slot microSD, up to 64 GB (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Main Camera Single 13 MP, AF
Features LED flash, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 2 MP
Video
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, EDR
GPS Yes, with A-GPS
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Features Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery   Non-removable Li-Po 3230 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 398 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 28 h (3G)
Misc Colors Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Champagne Gold
Price About 200 EUR

Asus Zenfone 6 A601CG (2014) - User Reviews

  • firmware Over-the-air.

  • I have this device for almost 2 years now but I'm planning to get a new phone. This is my review and I'll only list the cons. Please note that I'm using the latest firmware as I wrote this, and I've used custom ROMs for this phone. - Less custom ROM but most of it are for Zenfone 5 but it's 90% compatible with Zenfone 6. Only some custom ROM are available (Resurrection Remix & CyanogenMod) but I think their development has stopped. Source code is not provided by Asus which makes custom ROM unstable. - Camera quality is 6/10 because of the blurry photos. Great for outdoor but bad for indoor. You'll need more light to make your pictures high quality. - Performance is 6/10 and can run most games but don't expect smooth gameplay on demanding games. This device has Intel CPU which makes not all games/apps are available. Remember that don't buy a phone with Intel CPU. - Battery life is 5/10 probably because I've flashed this devices many times and that might affect the phone. It can last for 1 day if you just use it for calling and texting. However, it'll only last for few hours during constant usage (gaming, watch videos, browsing, etc). - This phone don't have 4G. Technology keeps evolving and not having 4G nowadays will only slows you down. If you're reading this on 2017+ then I do not recommend this phone since there are better phones out there. This phone is only good as your secondary phone. Well maybe I missed some points but that's all I have to say. Have a nice day.

  • I have problem downloading voice message, otherwise it is nice

  • any problem on this phone.. I want buy...

  • Snapchat filters come with the Snapchat not the phone

  • Hai im having zenfone 6 (z002) I want to know that whether my mobile have lolipop update

  • does this model come with snapchat effects?

  • does this model come with snapchat effects?

  • Go for zenfone 2 (Asus Zenfone 2 Laser ZE550KL) superb

  • what is fota?

  • How to root this device Asus Zenfone 6

  • Hey Guys same question, which microsd card is the best for asus zenfone 6 lollipop? Sandisk 64GB sdhc class 10 or Sandisk 64GB sdxc class 10. I am afraid for compatibility issues between SDHC and SDXC for this phone. What's your opinions? Thanks

  • Hey Guys, which microsd card is the best for asus zenfone 6 lollipop? Sandisk 64GB sdhc class 10 or Sandisk 64GB sdxc class 10. I am afraid for compatibility issues between SDHC and SDXC for this phone. What's your opinions? Thanks

  • Try adb sideloading your Firmware using cmd in your PC, just search google for that. I can send you link just post your email add

  • My mob is ASUS Zenfone 6 16 gb internal, expandable to 64 gb My question is will support 64 gb memroy cards

  • You could update to Lollipop through manual update.Download the firmware from Support Center and copy into your phone.It requires PC.

  • No... if you expand he network tab at the top it only lists 2G and 3G. Disappointed, great phone otherwise.

  • Does it support 4G?

  • Yes you can change the themes of your zenfone 6. Try updating to lollipop with build number WW_3.24.40.78_20151001. It's the latest firmware available for zenfone 6. It took my phone around 30 mins to update but very worth it. Another noticable change is the much better power saver option.

  • Zenfone 6 A601CG, Zenfone 2 Z551ML, Wich is the best to buy ? thk-u

  • Zenfone 6 A601CG, Zenfone 2 Z551ML, Zenfone Zoom ZX550. Wich is the best ?

  • I just got mine, still on 4.4.2 kitkat. I upgraded it today to 5.0 lollipop. Never expected that this is a pretty nice phone to have. coming from previous experiences with big brands' flagship smartphones. I never thought that it can pretty cope up with other flagships out there. still, Zenfone 6 is a best buy for a budget. :)

  • I have asus zenfone 2 on hand it look better than samsung galaxy s6 edge. it easy to use and long life battery and price suite to me. this is my best choise of smart phone.

  • Really glad to handeld the Asus zenfone6...I think the 7, 8 or 10 inch display are to big to grab, this phablet much really exchange the tab function..I just can read e-book, viewing my pdf file...even I knew the battery life is not so strong, but it depend on how/ what purposed we use this device...

  • Can we change the theme ? Just like Asus zenfone 2?

  • Hye guys~ do u have any idea why we can't change theme on Asus zenfone6? Because I think its not fair that zenfone 2 can change its theme

  • Hello guys, i have upgraded my Zenfone6 to Lollipop, I didn't like it so I decideded to downgrade back to kitkat. I have downloaded file from Asus official site and started downgrade, but i can't turn on my phone only appears "ASUS IN SEARCH OF INCREDIBLE"and then it restarts . i tried to connect to PC, charge, but nothing worked. have you any ideas how can i turn on? I even tried hard reset by pressing power button and volume button, but nothing happens . Please tell what can I do now. :(

  • i just bought and use zen 6 around 3 weeks... my zen 6 always shut down automatically and show "thermal critical event occured"... any solution for this problem my freind?

  • Please check below steps ... -Use micro sim and not cut sim. -If sim setting is activated or not -Check for latest FOTA update, -help to check unit in safe mode: -if working fine in safe mode perform factory reset, -Cross test SIM in another unit. I hope these steps help you.. Good luck.

  • A small round connector for accepting the pin-shaped plug from a standard pair of music headphones.Older phones used a smaller 2.5mm jack for phone headsets. 3.5mm refers to the approximate diameter of the connector. 2.5 and 3.5 mm connectors look very similar, differing only in size.

  • Hi, just drain your battery and charge the device on switched off state for 2 hours and switch on the device and charge till 100%. If the issues persist, i suggest you to reboot to recovery and perform the wipe cache partition.. you can try zentalk forum. i hope this helps you. Good Luck..

  • Hi, Try factory reset your phone. also make sure that your FOTA is updated with the latest version.. You may also Try the Zentalk forums it would help you.. Good luck..!

  • Hi, Try factory reset your phone. also make sure that your FOTA is updated with the latest version.. You may also Try the Zentalk forums it would help you.. Good luck..!

  • I used the asus zenfone 6 ,A601CG- a very disturbing experience, the battery performance was not great.The speaker was very low always, sometimes even on the loudest ringer volume , i wasnt able to hear a call coming. There are other features which are good, but they were not of much use to me . (for eg. Creating separate folders in gallery ,and some inbuilt software)

  • Hi, did you find out the solution..I am having same issue. Pls. share the solution if, you did successfully. Appreciated

  • i really hate the battery, too fast run out and the battery temperature really high until it can restart by it own. . . the sound pretty slow

  • how should i upgrade my asus zenphone 6 to lollipop . without using a pc

  • Zenfone 6

  • whats is the best asus zenfone 5 or asus zenfone 6?plz RPLY?am cnfusd.

  • You'll have to wait till your carrier will push it if your phone has no carrier go to the asus website and see if it is released and try to install manually.

  • If there say can upgrade to lolipop...why my zenfone 6 still at the kitkat version....I have click the [check update]..or the lolipop version still haven't released at zenfone 6?? Pls reply

  • Zenfone 6 (A601CG) is a very good phone. very fast interface without much heating compared to other quad-core phones. its only dual-core but works like magic! its even faster that other quad-cores out there. its because of Intel's HYPERTHREADING technology. This Intel Atom chipset works like a quad-core! Zen6 is a value for money! it has all the major features but at a lower price!

  • this is not 3g/4g supported moblie

  • zenphone is better than samsung

  • check for FOTA and camera app update, after update reset camera app setting and recheck

  • can i know why my camera cannot take good picture?i think better use camera from zenfone 5

  • check after factory reset and fota update

  • Battery backup is very good compare to any other android phones. But my second SIM always going to disconnect("SIM 2 not inserted" message coming)and after restart it will work. Again will go off regularly. If it have a home button like Samsung and big LED for notifications , it,s good phone for continuous use.

  • have you checked this sim in another fone? try if another SIM and factory reset

  • I m looking 2 buy a smart phone. there is zenfone 6 or 5 on my option. pls say about the phn. pls send me ur reviews like battery backup etc......

  • in my asus zenfone 6 home button and back button in the bottom of the display is often not working. its not a hardware issue. i tried in single hand operation also. pls suggest some solution

  • it�s one of the type of audio jack used in mobilefone, check wikipedia

  • what is 3.5mm jack? :-)

  • what is dac chip ?

  • have you cross check with another fone, if its fne with it then try factory reset and check for fota update

  • My new ASus Zenphone 6 loses signal very frequently.. I am using airtel micro sim. But still the problem is frequently seen. Please advice.

  • no all manufacturer phone shows SAR value like this, you can check user manual guide available on asus support web info given relating to it.

  • SAR Value is not given in asus zenfone 6 checking criteria is *#07# not showing. that mean that fone is faulty so plz before u purchase conform this . if its not showing dont buy . i called customer care but they not given proper resloution on that.

  • no it support only upto 3G.CHECKSPCIFICATION ON ASUS SITE:

  • A601CG support 4G

  • 3g, LTE(4G)not supported

  • it was awsome mobile i liked the Zphons all models .....gret working

  • Just want to knOw if this asus zenfoNe6 is 3g or 4g?thanks for reply in advance..

  • why this device varies with instagram, Twitter and many apps??? I can't access them and why they are in chines language its complicated

  • *minor

  • i've been thinking to buy this one over the A600 eventhough both only have a nimor differences..yet i wanna know the A601 users here..any opinion? good or bad? or should i just buy the A600?

  • take backup , run factory reset and try again, may be due to app compatibility issue

  • Asus zenphone 6 6as two models 601 and 600 they are not the same rather they have minor difference in battery and processor. The above information is incorrect calling them same.

  • This phone is all about value. For the price it outperforms everything in it's price range. The Intel Dual cores plus 2GB of RAM provide enough power to run most of the stuff out in Play Store. This puts Lenovo six inchers and Samsung Galaxy Grands to shame. Great IPS screen and Excellent battery life too.

  • hmmmmmm...cheap...processor seems okay even thou weaker....but..the camera.... just average.

  • I am having kitkat update error.. What is the solution to it?

  • Because they are two version of the device the 1.6Ghz processor and the 2Ghz processor. This is for the 1.6Gig device.

  • Why another category is added here.