ZTE Blade A53+vsZTE Axon 50 Lite

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

ZTE
ZTE Blade A53+
Blade A53+
Processor:Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
RAM:2GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A53+ has surprisingly poor battery life despite its large 4,000mAh power capacity.
The ZTE Blade A53+'s display is its most underwhelming feature with subpar resolution and refresh rate.
The ZTE Blade A53+'s subpar camera quality and outdated tech make it a disappointing smartphone choice overall.
The ZTE Blade A53+ fails to deliver on its promises, particularly when it comes to its underwhelming performance.
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

Winner
ZTE Blade A53+
1.60 GHz
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
ZTE Blade A53+
2GB
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
4GB

Storage

Winner
ZTE Blade A53+
64GB
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
256GB

Weight

Winner
ZTE Blade A53+
198g
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
182g
Rank
ZTE Blade A53+
#857
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Winner
#753
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
ZTE Blade A53+
#856
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#657
Winner
Design
ZTE Blade A53+
#864
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#744
Winner
Display
ZTE Blade A53+
#836
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#748
Winner
Performance
ZTE Blade A53+
#856
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#748
Winner
Battery
ZTE Blade A53+
#854
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#728
Winner
Camera
ZTE Blade A53+
#861
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
#791
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
ZTE ZTE Blade A53+
ZTE ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Model
Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
Unisoc Tiger T618
CPU
4x Cortex, A55 1.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 1.2 GHz
6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz + 2 x ARM Cortex, A75 2.0Ghz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
28
12
Frequency
1.60
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
PowerVR GE8322
GPU ARM Mali-G52-MP2
RAM
2
4
Type
LPDDR4 RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
64
256
Type
eMMC 5.1 Storage
N/A
SD slot
N/A
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in the back
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
No
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
112000
224000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 49% 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

ZTE Blade A53+

Strengths

The phone comes with a screen protector included in the box, which is a nice surprise.
It has a decent amount of built-in storage (4GB) and RAM (4 gigabytes)
The device has a dual camera setup, although it's not specified what type of cameras they are.
The phone supports expandable storage with a microSD card slot
The ZTE Blade A53+ is still relatively affordable at $150

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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

ZTE Blade A53+

The ZTE Blade A53+ is a budget smartphone that falls short in several areas. Despite its affordable price tag of around $150, this device fails to impress with its mediocre specs and features. The inclusion of a micro USB charging port in 2023 is a major misstep, while the dual camera setup, display resolution, and RAM are also underwhelming. With better options available at similar or slightly higher prices, such as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11, it's hard to recommend this phone to anyone looking for a reliable budget device.

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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