The ZTE Blade A73 5G is the latest budget 5G smartphone from ZTE, launched in Malaysia as the direct successor to the Blade A72 5G. Packed with a 5000mAh battery, a 90Hz HD+ display, and a 50MP rear camera, it targets shoppers who want 5G connectivity without breaking the bank.
ZTE Blade A73 5G: Price and Availability
ZTE introduced the Blade A73 5G in Malaysia at a price of MYR 749 (approximately Rs 13,000). The phone is available in a single Grey colour option. ZTE has not announced a launch date for other global markets, including India.
ZTE Blade A73 5G Full Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.52-inch IPS LCD, HD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Unisoc T760 |
| RAM | 4 GB + 4 GB expandable virtual RAM |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Rear Camera | 50MP main + 2MP depth sensor, LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| OS | Android 13 |
| Connectivity | Dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, USB-C, 3.5mm jack |
Display and Performance
The ZTE Blade A73 5G sports a 6.52-inch IPS LCD panel with an HD+ resolution and a smooth 90Hz refresh rate — a noticeable step up for a budget device. Under the hood, it runs on the Unisoc T760 chipset paired with 4 GB of physical RAM. ZTE also supports up to 4 GB of expandable virtual RAM, bringing the effective total to 8 GB for smoother multitasking. The 128 GB of onboard storage provides ample room for apps, photos, and media. The phone ships with Android 13 out of the box.
Camera and Battery
On the camera front, the Blade A73 5G features a dual rear camera setup led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor, accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor and LED flash for portrait photography. A 5-megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls. Keeping the lights on is a 5000mAh battery — a generous capacity for a device in this price segment, designed to last through a full day of typical use.
Connectivity
The ZTE Blade A73 5G covers all the expected connectivity bases: Dual SIM with 5G support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, and a 3.5mm headphone jack — a feature many budget users still rely on. Learn more about other phones in this segment on the ZTE brand page.
How It Compares to the Blade A72 5G
The Blade A73 5G succeeds the Blade A72 5G, which ZTE launched in June 2022. The new model brings the faster Unisoc T760 chipset, a higher-resolution main camera (50MP versus its predecessor), and Android 13 — making it a meaningful generational upgrade for buyers already invested in ZTE's affordable 5G lineup.
