{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/sparx-neo-8i-vs-zte-nubia-a57/",
    "generated": "2026-10-17T13:08:39+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Sparx Neo 8i vs ZTE nubia A57",
    "answer": "The Sparx Neo 8i is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 64 against 42 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and value for money. The ZTE nubia A57 still wins on battery & charging and memory & storage, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Sparx Neo 8i is the cheaper of the two at PKR 17,499 against PKR 36,499.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Sparx Neo 8i",
            "slug": "sparx-neo-8i",
            "brand": "Sparx",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/sparx/sparx-neo-8i/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Dec-7-2025-10_37_34-AM.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 17499,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-12-07T05:41:57+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 51,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 60.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 18.8,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 63.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "2024 (Official in Pakistan)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.74 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (HD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T606",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64 GB",
                    "Card slot": "Yes (microSD)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "13 MP + CIF AF",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable",
                    "Wired charging": "10W"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n",
                    "Bluetooth": "Yes",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "ZTE nubia A57",
            "slug": "zte-nubia-a57",
            "brand": "Nubia",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/nubia/zte-nubia-a57/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-7-2026-10_32_08-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 36499,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-07T05:44:13+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 36.6,
                "battery": 64,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 25,
                "value": 34,
                "overall": 41.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "July 30, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "160.1 × 70.4 × 8.0 mm",
                    "Weight": "193 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64 — dust-tight and protected against water splashes"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.75-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1570 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "Unspecified."
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T7250 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB/128GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "13 MP, LED flash, HDR, panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps (rear), 1080p@30fps (front)"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "22.5W wired fast charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.2, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "sparx-neo-8i",
        "margin": 22.3,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 51,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 13
                },
                "leader": "sparx-neo-8i"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 74,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 36.6
                },
                "leader": "sparx-neo-8i"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 60.8,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 64
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-a57"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 87,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 18.8,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 25
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-a57"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "sparx-neo-8i": 100,
                    "zte-nubia-a57": 34
                },
                "leader": "sparx-neo-8i"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Sparx Neo 8i costs PKR 19,000 less.",
        "ZTE nubia A57 charges 12.5W faster.",
        "ZTE nubia A57 ships with 64 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 8i comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 22.3 points. It wins on performance, camera and value for money. ZTE nubia A57 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Sparx Neo 8i and ZTE nubia A57 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 8i is listed at PKR 17,499 and ZTE nubia A57 at PKR 36,499. That makes Sparx Neo 8i cheaper by PKR 19,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 8i scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?",
            "answer": "ZTE nubia A57 leads on battery. Sparx Neo 8i carries a 5000 mAh cell and ZTE nubia A57 a 5000 mAh cell, with 10W and 22W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?",
            "answer": "Sparx Neo 8i is the stronger gaming phone here. Sparx Neo 8i runs the Unisoc T606 while ZTE nubia A57 runs the Unisoc T7250 (12 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}