Sony Xperia Ace IIIvsZTE Blade A75

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 Blade A75
Blade A75
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T606
RAM:4GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A75's battery life is decent for mid-range smartphones, lasting a full day with moderate use.
The display's 120Hz refresh rate and decent color reproduction serve daily needs, despite noticeable limitations.
The ZTE Blade A75's camera performance is marred by lack of refinement and poor low-light capabilities mainly.
The ZTE Blade A75's mediocre performance, particularly in gaming, is a significant drawback of this affordable 5G smartphone.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Sony Xperia Ace III
2 GHz
ZTE Blade A75
1.60 GHz

RAM

Tie
Sony Xperia Ace III
4GB
ZTE Blade A75
4GB

Storage

Winner
Sony Xperia Ace III
64GB
ZTE Blade A75
256GB

Weight

Winner
Sony Xperia Ace III
162g
ZTE Blade A75
189g
Rank
Sony Xperia Ace III
Winner
#766
ZTE Blade A75
#780
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Sony Xperia Ace III
#446
Winner
ZTE Blade A75
#812
Design
Sony Xperia Ace III
#147
Winner
ZTE Blade A75
#739
Display
Sony Xperia Ace III
#848
ZTE Blade A75
#698
Winner
Performance
Sony Xperia Ace III
#697
Winner
ZTE Blade A75
#802
Battery
Sony Xperia Ace III
#809
ZTE Blade A75
#724
Winner
Camera
Sony Xperia Ace III
#849
ZTE Blade A75
#800
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Sony Xperia Ace III
#1
Tie
ZTE Blade A75
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Sony Sony Xperia Ace III
ZTE ZTE Blade A75
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480
Unisoc Tiger T606
CPU
2x Kryo 460 2 GHz + 6x Kryo 460 1.8 GHz
2x1.6 GHz Cortex, A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
8
12
Frequency
2
1.60
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 619
ARM Mali-G57
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
N/A
Capacity
64
256
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
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio
DTS / DTS X
Antutu Score
320000
240000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 63% of devices
Overall performance better than 58% 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 Blade A75

Strengths

The phone's camera module is sizable and one of its most striking features.
The phone produces vivid colors making for a decent viewing experience.
The face unlock feature works fairly quickly to respond.
The phone excels in color reproduction in well-lit environments.
The phone comes with a transparent rubber case out of the box to address smudges.
The phone has a mono loud speaker, although it's not the best quality.
The phone supports 5G connectivity and has a dual nano SIM card slot.
The phone can last an entire day with usual activities.

Weaknesses

The phone heats up just minutes into running a game.
The phone is not compatible with Zenfone Zero, which means users can't play relatively new games on it.
The phone's speaker works poorly and feels muffled when taking calls.
The phone's charging speed is slow, taking almost 3 hours to charge from 20% to full.
The phone isn't ideal for gaming sessions, lasting only about four to five games.
The phone can get too hot to touch during prolonged gaming sessions.
The phone's camera performance is not mentioned as being particularly impressive.
The phone's design is limited to a single colorway of Diamond Black.
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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 Blade A75

In today's smartphone landscape, 5G connectivity is becoming increasingly essential. While many devices boast basic Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities, 5G technology offers unparalleled speeds and reliability. However, it often comes at a premium price point. The ZTE Blade A75, on the other hand, is one of the most affordable 5G smartphones available. Priced around PHP 5,450, this device promises to deliver decent performance without breaking the bank. Does it live up to its promise?

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