Sony Xperia Ace IIIvsZTE Axon 50 Lite

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Sony
Sony Xperia Ace III
Xperia Ace III
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 480
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Sony Xperia Ace Mark III's battery life is commendable but inconsistent, lasting around a day and a half moderately.
The compact 5.5-inch HD Plus display with Gorilla Glass Victus is a standout feature of the Xperia Ace Mark III.
The Sony Xperia Ace Mark III's camera is a surprisingly capable feature for its price segment overall.
The Sony Xperia Ace Mark III offers impressive performance, handling everyday tasks and demanding apps with ease effortlessly.
ZTE
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Axon 50 Lite
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T618
RAM:4GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Axon 50 Lite's average battery life holds it back despite its other notable features being sufficient.
The ZTE Axon 50 Lite's display is serviceable, but lacks vibrancy and accuracy for a premium viewing experience.
The ZTE Axon 50 Lite's camera delivers impressive results with good image quality, low-light performance, and 4K video recording capabilities.
The ZTE Axon 50 Lite delivers commendable performance for its price range, suitable for everyday tasks and gaming.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Tie
Sony Xperia Ace III
2 GHz
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
2 GHz

RAM

Tie
Sony Xperia Ace III
4GB
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
4GB

Storage

Winner
Sony Xperia Ace III
64GB
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
256GB

Weight

Winner
Sony Xperia Ace III
162g
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
182g
Rank
Sony Xperia Ace III
#766
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Winner
#753
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Sony Xperia Ace III
#446
Winner
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#657
Design
Sony Xperia Ace III
#147
Winner
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#744
Display
Sony Xperia Ace III
#848
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#748
Winner
Performance
Sony Xperia Ace III
#697
Winner
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#748
Battery
Sony Xperia Ace III
#809
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#728
Winner
Camera
Sony Xperia Ace III
#849
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#791
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Sony Xperia Ace III
#1
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#–

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Sony Sony Xperia Ace III
ZTE ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480
Unisoc Tiger T618
CPU
2x Kryo 460 2 GHz + 6x Kryo 460 1.8 GHz
6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz + 2 x ARM Cortex, A75 2.0Ghz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
8
12
Frequency
2
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 619
GPU ARM Mali-G52-MP2
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
64
256
SD slot
N/A
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio
N/A
Antutu Score
320000
224000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 63% of devices
Overall performance better than 57% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Sony Xperia Ace III

Strengths

The device offers a comfortable and compact design, measuring 140 by 69 by 8.9 millimeters and weighing around 162 grams.
It features a 5.5 inch display with an HD plus resolution of 720 by 1496 pixels, which makes it easy to work with and enjoy media content.
The phone is equipped with Gorilla Glass Fictus, providing twice the scratch resistance of Gorilla Glass 6, making it durable and resistant to damage.
The device has a large battery capacity of 4500 milliampere hours, supporting USB PD charging and rapid charging for convenient power management.
It offers a reliable set of features, including a side-facing fingerprint scanner, 5G Wi-Fi C, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and an FC, making it suitable for everyday use.

Weaknesses

The phone is larger than some of its competitors, such as the iPhone 13 Mini, which may be a drawback for those who prefer smaller devices.
It relies on the Snapdragon 480 chipset, which might not offer the same level of performance as more recent chipsets from other manufacturers.
The device has a relatively low-resolution camera setup, with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera and a 13-megapixel rear camera, which may not be ideal for photography enthusiasts.
It only comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, which might be limiting for users who need more memory or storage capacity.
The device is relatively expensive, priced at $265 in Japan, making it less affordable than some other mid-range smartphones.

ZTE Axon 50 Lite

Strengths

The device maintains good gaming performance without too spectacular graphics.
It will give you a very good playability although it will not give you the ability to record game plays because recording the screen considerably decreases its performance in Legends and Call of Duty.
The storage capacity is 256 GB, which is spectacular for this price range.
The Mali g57 mp2 GPU can smoothly resolve various content, although not with such Advanced graphical effects.

Weaknesses

It does not support various graphical effects previously uniso processors integrated a very bad GPU power VR.
The battery life was not mentioned, but the device has some limitations that may affect performance and storage capacity.
Recording the screen decreases its performance, especially in games like Call of Duty.
The temperature exceeded 40° C during gaming, which may be a concern for some users.
Read Full Reviews

Sony Xperia Ace III

The Sony Xperia Ace Mark III is an unusual offering in today's market, sticking to the notion that a compact phone should have a screen diagonal of 5.5 inches or less. This device has been touted as Sony's most affordable 5G smartphone, boasting features like an HD+ display, a Qualcomm chipset, and a large battery. Its design is reminiscent of earlier phones, with a comfortable feel in the hand and a compact size that's still relatively big compared to some other devices on the market.

ZTE Axon 50 Lite

The ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a budget-friendly smartphone that aims to deliver a smooth user experience despite its low-end price tag. With its powerful Mali-G57 MP2 GPU and generous 256GB storage, this device promises to handle demanding tasks such as gaming and video editing with ease. But how does it really perform? Can it keep up with the demands of modern users? This review will take a closer look at the Axon 50 Lite's capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses to help you decide if it's worth considering for your next smartphone purchase.

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