Vivo X300 Pro vs ZTE Blade A72 4G

The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 33/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A72 4G doesn't; the Vivo X300 Pro is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.4mm).

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
Performance 93
Display 84
Camera 96
Battery 81
Portability 43
Value for money 86
ZTE Blade A72 4G
Performance
Display 53
Camera 10
Battery 51
Portability 35
Value for money
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better portability (43/100 vs 35/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?
  • Lighter: 214g vs 226g

  • Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the ZTE Blade A72 4G, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 54 points higher (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).

Vivo X300 Pro: The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade A72 4G: The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X300 Pro ZTE Blade A72 4G
Processor Dimensity 9500 Unisoc
AnTuTu 3269794
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6510 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 90W 5W
Wireless charging 40W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 171
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 3GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, MiFavor 11
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 226 g 214 g
Launch price $899
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
53
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6510 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X300 Pro
$899
ZTE Blade A72 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (84/100 vs 53/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (96/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (81/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Blade A72 4G — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.