ZTE Blade A72s
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- Release July 2023
- OS Android 12
- Display 6.75-inch IPS LCD, 90Hz
- Camera 50MP triple
- RAM 4GB
- Battery 5000mAh
PROS
- 1 90Hz display at this price
- 2 5000mAh battery with 22.5W charging
- 3 50MP main camera
- 4 128GB storage with microSD expansion
- 5 Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
CONS
- 1 microUSB instead of Type-C
- 2 No NFC for contactless payments
- 3 720p display resolution
- 4 Android 12 with no confirmed update path
- 5 5MP selfie camera
Prices
Specification
Network
| Technology The mobile network technology the phone uses, such as GSM, HSPA or LTE. It determines which types of networks the phone can connect to. | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands The second-generation mobile network bands the phone can use for calls and basic data. Support for more bands means better compatibility with different networks. | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands The third-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for calls and mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands The fourth-generation (LTE) mobile network bands the phone supports. More supported bands mean better compatibility and coverage on different networks. | LTE |
| Speed The data speed the phone can support on mobile networks. Higher speeds mean faster downloads and uploads when the network supports them. | HSPA, LTE |
Body
| Dimensions The height, width and thickness of the phone, usually measured in millimetres. Smaller dimensions generally make a phone easier to hold. | 168 x 77.5 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight How heavy the phone is, measured in grams. A lower weight generally makes a phone more comfortable to hold for long periods. | 198 g |
| SIM The SIM card type and number the phone accepts, such as Nano-SIM or dual SIM. It determines how many mobile connections can be used. | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (dual stand-by) |
Display
| Type The kind of display panel used in the phone. Different panel types affect colour, contrast and power use. | IPS LCD |
| Size The diagonal size of the display, measured in inches from corner to corner. | 6.75 inches |
| Resolution The number of pixels in the display, shown as width by height. Higher resolution generally means a sharper image. | 720 x 1600 pixels (~260 ppi density) |
Platform
| OS The operating system software that runs the phone and its apps. Its version affects features, security and app compatibility. | Android 12 |
| Chipset The main processor platform that powers the device. It controls performance, power efficiency and supported features. | Unisoc T606 (12 nm) |
| CPU The central processing unit that runs apps and tasks. More cores and higher clock speeds generally mean faster performance. | Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU The graphics processing unit that handles images, video and games. A more capable GPU generally gives smoother graphics and gaming. | Mali-G57 MP1 |
Memory
| Card slot A special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory (or in the past these slots have been used to add some missing features such as Wi-Fi connectivity). Memory cards have different capacities and are used to store and transfer files between compatible devices. There are several types of memory cards. The most popular and frequently used by mobile phone manufacturers is microSD; however, up until recently Sony Ericsson exclusively used the Memory Stick Micro (M2) card type developed by Sony. | microSDXC |
| Internal Storage The built-in storage space for apps, photos and files, measured in gigabytes. More storage lets you keep more content on the phone. | 128GB 4GB RAM |
Camera
| Triple A camera is a device that captures light and processes it into an image. It does this through a lens, which focuses the light onto a light-sensitive surface where a picture is formed. This could be film in traditional cameras or an electronic sensor in digital cameras. | 50 MP (wide), AF 2 MP (macro) 2 MP (depth) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | LED flash |
| Video The meaning of VIDEO CAMERA is a camera that records video and usually audio | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera The front-facing camera used for self-portraits and video calls. Higher megapixels can give more detail, along with features such as autofocus or flash. | 5 MP |
More
| Loudspeaker The built-in speaker used for calls on speakerphone, music and videos. It states whether the phone has one and its type, such as stereo speakers. | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack A round headphone port for wired headphones and audio accessories. If present, wired audio can be used without an adapter. | Yes |
| WLAN The Wi-Fi standards the phone supports for wireless internet. Newer standards generally offer faster speeds and better connections. | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth A short-range wireless technology for connecting accessories such as headphones and speakers. A newer version generally offers better range, speed and power efficiency. | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS Satellite positioning used to find the phone location for maps and navigation. Support for more satellite systems can improve accuracy. | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless feature for contactless payments and quick pairing. It works only over very short distances. | No |
| FM radio Mobile phones that support FM radio have a dedicated FM radio receiver chip. This chip is responsible for receiving FM radio signals and converting them into audio signals that can be played through the phone's speakers or headphones. | FM radio |
| USB The USB port used for charging and data transfer. Newer USB versions generally offer faster transfer speeds and a reversible connector. | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
| Infrared port An infrared (IR) port is a port on an electronic device that sends and receives data using infrared light. IR ports were commonly used in wireless devices to allow for fast communication with other devices, such as base stations. IR ports work by allowing two devices to face each other and share data using infrared rays within a range of 10 meters. | |
| Sensors Built-in sensors that detect motion, light, position and other conditions. They enable features such as auto-rotation, face unlock and navigation. | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
| Battery Type The kind of battery used in the phone and whether it can be removed. It describes the battery technology and form. | Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Battery Capacity The size of the battery, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh). A higher capacity usually means longer use between charges. | 5000 mAh |
| Charging How the battery is charged, including wired and wireless charging speeds in watts. Higher wattage usually means faster charging. | 22.5W wired |
| Color The color options in which the phone is available. Color choice does not affect performance or features. | Space Gray, Sky Blue |
| Models The specific model numbers or variants of the phone sold in different regions. Different models may vary in bands or storage. | A7050 |
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PROS
CONS
Prices
Specification
Design and Display
The ZTE Blade A72s is a big phone and doesn’t try to hide it. Its 6.75-inch IPS LCD stretches almost edge to edge, broken only by a small waterdrop notch at the top, and the 90Hz refresh rate is the headline here — scrolling and swiping feel noticeably smoother than the usual 60Hz budget fare, which is a genuine perk at this price. The trade-off is resolution: at 720 x 1600 pixels the panel is HD rather than Full HD, so text and photos look a touch softer than on sharper rivals, though at a normal viewing distance it is perfectly serviceable.
The body measures 168 x 77.5 x 8.6 mm and weighs 198 g — a tall, fairly heavy handset, but one that sits comfortably in the hand thanks to gently curved edges. It comes in Space Gray and Sky Blue, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, built into the power button, works quickly. ZTE has published no IP rating for this phone, so it is best kept away from water and dust.
Performance
Under the hood sits the Unisoc T606, a 12 nm octa-core chip with two 1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 performance cores and six 1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, paired with the Mali-G57 MP1 GPU. It handles the everyday stuff — messaging, browsing, social apps and light games — without fuss, though heavy multitasking or demanding 3D games will remind you this is a budget chip.
The phone ships with 4GB of physical RAM, plus 4GB of extended virtual RAM borrowed from storage. That virtual RAM is not physical RAM — it helps keep a few more apps in memory, but it does not make the phone as fast as a true 8GB device. Storage is 128GB of UFS 2.2, and a microSDXC card slot is there if you need more room.
Camera
- Main: 50MP (wide) with autofocus — the everyday shooter, strong in daylight.
- Macro: 2MP for close-up shots.
- Depth: 2MP (depth) for portrait-style background blur.
- Selfie: 5MP front camera in the waterdrop notch.
Video: 1080p@30fps rear, 720p@30fps front.
One note on the numbers: whatmobile lists an 8MP selfie camera, but three sources — including GSMArena — say 5MP, so 5MP is the figure to trust.
Battery and Charging
The 5,000 mAh Li-Ion battery is non-removable and easily lasts a full day of normal use, often stretching into a second day for lighter users. Charging is 22.5W wired — quick enough to top up in reasonable time for this class, though far from flagship speeds. There is no wireless charging.
Software
The Blade A72s ships with Android 12 in a plain, near-stock build — no Go edition and no heavy skin. There is an open conflict in the sources here: GSMArena and mymobile list Android 12, while mobileinto and phonebolee list Android 13, and whatmobile describes the phone as running Android 13 “updatable” — which means it can be updated to 13, not that it ships on 13. We have gone with Android 12 as shipped, but buyers should check the settings screen on the unit they buy, since Android 12 has no confirmed update path on this model.
Price in Pakistan
The ZTE Blade A72s costs Rs. 21,999 in Pakistan for its single 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant, and it is officially priced — not an expected or unofficial figure. Two sources, mobileinto and phonebolee, list the price with a “Reference: Official Website” attribution, updated on November 11, 2026. Their price tables carry the heading “Expected Prices” — that is a template label on those sites, not the price tag; the tag itself is Official, backed by the official-website reference. One source, mymobile, lists Rs. 22,499, which we treat as a dissent against the 21,999 consensus.
The phone is PTA-approved, but always confirm the phone’s status through DIRBS before you pay.
ZTE Blade A72s (4GB RAM + 128GB) — Rs. 21,999 (Official)
| Model | ZTE Blade A72s |
| Price | Rs. 21,999 |
| Display | 6.75-inch IPS LCD, 90Hz |
| RAM | 4GB (+4GB virtual) |
| ROM | 128GB |
| Released | July 2023 |
Buying in Pakistan
Before you pay, run through this short checklist:
- Check the IMEI and the exact model number — A7050 — on the box and in the phone’s settings.
- Confirm the warranty is the official ZTE Pakistan warranty, and get it in writing.
- Confirm PTA status through DIRBS so the phone works on Pakistani networks.
- Check the charging port on the unit in hand: it is microUSB, not Type-C — make sure the cable in the box matches.
Final Verdict: A big 90Hz screen and a long-lasting battery at a fair price
The Blade A72s does two things well for Rs. 21,999: a big, smooth 90Hz display and a 5,000 mAh battery that simply keeps going. The 50MP main camera and 128GB of expandable storage round out a sensible budget package. The compromises are honest ones — a 720p panel, microUSB, no NFC and Android 12 with no promised update path. If those don’t bother you, this is a fair-priced big-screen phone; if any of them is a deal-breaker, the money buys sharper screens and Type-C elsewhere.
