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Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL
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Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL

Released: 2018, OctoberPrice: About 120 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, October

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8 (Oreo), ZenUI 5
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.45 inches, 86.5 cm, 2, (~82.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandAsus
BuildGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ModelAsus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsDeepsea Black, Sunlight Gold
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, October
Weight150 g (5.29 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A version
4G bands1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40 - A version
Charging10W wired
FeaturesLED flash
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
Released2018, October
Announced2018, October
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions147.3 x 70.9 x 8.7 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.34 in)
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~247 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PerformanceAnTuTu: 57845 (v7), GeekBench: 2434 (v4.4), GFXBench: 5.2fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL Overview

About Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL is another flagship from Asus's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL?

The Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many ASUS devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB556KL.