Samsung Galaxy A72 vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A72
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 203g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the ZTE Blade V80 Pro, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | ZTE Blade V80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Unisoc T7280 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 5W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The ZTE Blade V80 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 32/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 over the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.