Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) vs ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) vs ZTE Axon 7 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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5.7"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1080x1920
16
MP
MP
16mp
3GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
3600
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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5.5"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1440x2560
20
MP
MP
8mp
6GB
RAM
RAM
Quad-core
3250
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)
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24 Common items in both devices |
Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC |
7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches) |
16 million |
Only digital zoom |
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
(front) Full HD (1920x1080) |
4G LTE-A |
+17 specs and more in the table below |
Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.
Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Model | Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | Axon 7 (128GB) |
Other model names | Samsung Galaxy A7 SM-A720F Single-Sim | ZTE Axon 7 Premium Dual-Sim A2017, A7G343 |
Country or region available | (Global, International), Algeria, Australia, Israel, Turkey | China, USA, Hong Kong, Taiwan |
Brand | Samsung | ZTE |
Release date | 1/13/2017 | 5/1/2016 |
Depth | 7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches) | 7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 77.6 x 156.8 millimeters (3.06 x 6.17 in) | 75 x 151.7 millimeters (2.95 x 5.97 in) |
Weight | 186 grams (6.51 ounces) | 175 grams (6.13 ounces) |
Build, materials | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Protection against water and others | Waterproof (IP?) | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Display type | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
Screen size | 5.7" inches | 5.5" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~73.6% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~73.3% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x1920 pixels | 1440x2560 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 386 PPI | 534 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass 4 |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Display features | feature not registered | feature not registered |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
System version | Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow | Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow |
Firmware update | Android 8.0 Oreo | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7880 (14nm) | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 1 processor: 8x 1.9GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core) | Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core) |
GPU graphical controller | ARM Mali-T830 MP3 | Qualcomm Adreno 530 |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
RAM memory | 3GB LPDDR4 | 6GB LPDDR4 |
Internal storage | 32GB (22GB available) | 128GB (114GB available) |
External storage | Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot) |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 300/50 Mbps | 300/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat6 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,17,20,28) TD-LTE 2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,40,41) | LTE Cat6 |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | Not supported | GPRS, EDGE |
📷 Camera | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 4608x3456 pixels | 5952x3348 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | Dual-LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.9 (aperture) | f/1.8 (aperture) |
Focal length | 27mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Autofocus | Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo only main camera | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 16 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 4608x3456 pixels | 3264x2448 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/1.9 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | FM | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, WMV | MP4, H.264, H.263 |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector | USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | Not supported | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 4.2 + A2DP | 4.2 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou |
NFC | Supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Battery type | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3600 mAh | 3250 mAh |
Charger, watts | Wired charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 23 hours | 16 hours |
Standby | feature not registered | 360 hours (15 days) |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Black, Gold, Blue, Pink • Metal body • Gorilla Glass on the back • Samsung Grace UX • Fast battery charging • ANT+ • IP68 certified: dust proof and water resistant over 1.5meter and 30min | • Colors: Gold • Aluminum body • MiFavor UI 4.0 • 2.5D glass screen • Quick Charge 3.0 • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • Slow motion 720p@240fps • Dolby Atmos audio • Miracast |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy A7 2017 (SM-A720F) | ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 0.21W/kg (head), 1.33W/kg (body) | feature not registered |