Xiaomi 17 vs ZTE Blade A72 4G
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 33/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A72 4G doesn't; the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
ZTE Blade A72 4G
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 35/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the ZTE Blade A72 4G, the Xiaomi 17 scores 54 points higher (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (63/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | ZTE Blade A72 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 11, MiFavor 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A72 4G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A72 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade A72 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
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ZTE Blade A72 4G
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display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (85/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (87/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (63/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade A72 4G?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Blade A72 4G — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the ZTE Blade A72 4G?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.