Tecno Phantom V Fold vs ZTE Blade A72 4G

The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 17/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A72 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A72 4G doesn't; the ZTE Blade A72 4G is noticeably lighter (214g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 27 points (44/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade A72 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Lighter: 214g vs 299g

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the ZTE Blade A72 4G, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 27 points higher (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade A72 4G: The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Phantom V Fold ZTE Blade A72 4G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ Unisoc
AnTuTu 1453683
Geekbench Single 1967
Geekbench Multi 5401
Display 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2000x2296 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W 5W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB 3GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold Android 11, MiFavor 11
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 299 g 214 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (32/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 27 points (44/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Blade A72 4G — 17/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.