Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 7/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 54 points (61/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 76
Battery 25
Design 31
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (76/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 54 points higher (61/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Blade A52 Lite: The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3065623
Geekbench Single 2910
Geekbench Multi 9174
Display 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2184x1968 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 145
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 32GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 215 g 188 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (76/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (65/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 54 points (61/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.