Sparx Neo 8i
Sparx
PKR 17,499
64/100 overall
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Sparx Neo 8i vs ZTE nubia A57
Full specification and price comparison for Pakistan, updated 7 Dec 2025.
The short 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.
ZTE nubia A57
Nubia
PKR 36,499
42/100 overall
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The verdict
Spec-derivedSparx Neo 8i takes it by 22.3 points on our weighted spec score.
What actually differs
- Sparx Neo 8i costs PKR 19,000 less.
- ZTE nubia A57 charges 12.5W faster.
- ZTE nubia A57 ships with 64 GB more storage.
Buy the Sparx Neo 8i if…
you care most about performance, camera and value for money.
Buy the ZTE nubia A57 if…
you care most about battery & charging and memory & storage.
Full specification comparison
| Specification | Sparx Neo 8i | ZTE nubia A57 |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Pakistan | ||
| Retail price | PKR 17,499 Cheaper | PKR 36,499 |
| Design & build | ||
| Release date | 2024 (Official in Pakistan) | July 30, 2026 |
| Dimensions | Not listed | 160.1 × 70.4 × 8.0 mm |
| Weight | Not listed | 193 g |
| Water resistance | Not listed | IP64 — dust-tight and protected against water splashes |
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 6.74 inches | 6.75-inch Better |
| Resolution | 720 × 1600 pixels (HD+) Better | 720 × 1570 pixels |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Protection | Not listed | Unspecified. |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 | Unisoc T7250 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| Operating system | Android 13 | Android 16 |
| Memory & storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4GB |
| Internal storage | 64 GB | 64GB/128GB Better |
| Card slot | Yes (microSD) | Dedicated microSDXC Slot |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 13 MP + CIF AF | 13 MP, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video recording | 1080p | 1080p@30fps (rear), 1080p@30fps (front) |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery capacity | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 10W | 22.5W wired fast charging Better |
| Connectivity & extras | ||
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM) | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | No |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C OTG |
“Better” marks the higher (or, for price and weight, the lower) figure. It is a specification difference, not a judgement about real-world experience.
Questions people ask
Which is better, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?
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.
What is the price of Sparx Neo 8i and ZTE nubia A57 in Pakistan?
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.
Which has the better camera, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?
Sparx Neo 8i scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing.
Which phone has the better battery, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?
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.
Which is better for gaming, Sparx Neo 8i or ZTE nubia A57?
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).
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Scores are calculated from the published hardware specification of each device using the same formula for every phone on WhatMobilePK — they are not paid placements and they are not laboratory test results. Prices are indicative Pakistani retail prices and change frequently.