ZTE Blade A72 5G

5G on a budget phone is still uncommon, and that's the main draw here. The Dimensity 700 chipset pairs with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage (expandable to 1TB via microSD), enough for everyday apps and casual use without much fuss. The 6.52-inch LCD runs at 90Hz, which makes scrolling and swiping noticeably smoother than the 60Hz panels typical in this price bracket.

Round the back, you get a triple camera setup: a 13MP main sensor backed by 2MP macro and 2MP depth lenses. It's a basic arrangement, fine for daylight shots but not built for low-light performance. The 5MP front camera covers video calls and casual selfies without complaint.

A 4000mAh battery keeps things running through a full day of moderate use, and there's still a headphone jack and side-mounted fingerprint sensor, both increasingly rare inclusions. ZTE Blade A72 5G price in Malaysia starts from RM479, making it one of the cheaper ways to get 5G connectivity on a new device right now.