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Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL
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Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL

Released: 2017, JanuaryPrice: About 180 EURStatus: Available. Released 2017, February

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandAsus
ModelAsus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL
PriceAbout 180 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsGold, Black
ModelsX00GD
Single8 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, February
Weight175 g (5.22 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6750 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Global
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 38, 41 - Taiwan
ChargingReverse wired
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, January
Stand-byUp to 816 h (3G)
Announced2017, January
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Talk timeUp to 28 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions149.5 x 73.7 x 8.9 mm (5.89 x 2.90 x 0.35 in)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PerformanceGFXBench: 4.3fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL Overview

About Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL is another flagship from Asus's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Mediatek MT6750 (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 3s Max ZC521TL 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 3s Max ZC521TL?

The Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL 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 3s Max ZC521TL 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 3s Max ZC521TL void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Asus Zenfone 3s Max ZC521TL.