ZTE Blade A72 4G vs ZTE V40 Pro

The ZTE Blade A72 4G (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE V40 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 17/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A72 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).

The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the ZTE Blade A72 4G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Blade A72 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 55
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes ZTE Blade A72 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 214g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the ZTE Blade A72 4G vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the ZTE V40 Pro scores 5 points higher (22/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

ZTE Blade A72 4G: The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification ZTE Blade A72 4G ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Unisoc Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 5W 65W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11, MiFavor 11 Android 11
NFC no no
Dimensions 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 214 g 190 g
Price
Camera comparison
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
ZTE Blade A72 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade A72 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A72 4G (62/100 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 A72 4G or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the ZTE Blade A72 4G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the ZTE Blade A72 4G and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE Blade A72 4G has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the ZTE Blade A72 4G or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the ZTE Blade A72 4G over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE Blade A72 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.