ZTE Blade A54 vs ZTE Blade A72 4G

The ZTE Blade A54 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc. Both devices score the same overall rating of 17/100. Key differences: the ZTE Blade A72 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the ZTE Blade A54 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A72 4G doesn't; the ZTE Blade A54 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 214g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 17/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Blade A54
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 68
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade A72 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes ZTE Blade A54 better?
  • Lighter: 185g vs 214g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 32/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

The ZTE Blade A54 and the ZTE Blade A72 4G received the same MobileRank rating — 17/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A54 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

ZTE Blade A54: The ZTE Blade A54 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 ZTE Blade A54 ZTE Blade A72 4G
Processor Unisoc Unisoc
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 5W
Main camera 13 MP
Front camera 2 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB 3GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 11, MiFavor 11
NFC yes no
Dimensions 164.0×75.8×8.5 mm 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 185 g 214 g
Price
Camera comparison
ZTE Blade A54
  • Main: —
  • Front: 2MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
ZTE Blade A54
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
ZTE Blade A54
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A54 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (68/100 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 ZTE Blade A54 or the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

Both devices scored 17/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Blade A72 4G.

What is the rating of the ZTE Blade A54 and the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The ZTE Blade A54 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the ZTE Blade A72 4G — 17/100.

Should you choose the ZTE Blade A54 over the ZTE Blade A72 4G?

The ZTE Blade A54 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.