Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs ZTE Blade A72 4G

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, while the ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 44/100 vs 17/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A72 4G doesn't.

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 27 points (44/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 40
Battery 63
Design 50
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 Pova 7 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?

  • Overall rating 17/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs the ZTE Blade A72 4G, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 27 points higher (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Pova 7 Ultra: The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra ZTE Blade A72 4G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate Unisoc
AnTuTu 1700848
Geekbench Single 1398
Geekbench Multi 4313
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 70W 5W
Wireless charging 30W 0W
Main camera 108 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 3GB
Storage 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15 Android 11, MiFavor 11
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 214 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
40
camera
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 30W
63
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 Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (40/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (63/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (50/100 vs 32/100).

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 Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 27 points (44/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Blade A72 4G — 17/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (40/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra over the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.