{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tcl-40-se-vs-zte-nubia-a77/",
    "generated": "2026-09-13T15:11:23+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "TCL 40 SE vs ZTE nubia A77",
    "answer": "The TCL 40 SE is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 69 against 65 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, memory & storage and value for money. The TCL 40 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 36,800 against PKR 42,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "TCL 40 SE",
            "slug": "tcl-40-se",
            "brand": "TCL Mobiles",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tcl-mobiles/tcl-40-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-25-2026-12_19_08-PM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 36800,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-25T07:27:46+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 54,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 63,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 43.8,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 68.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 5, 2023 (global launch)",
                    "Dimensions": "167.9 × 76.5 × 8.45 mm",
                    "Weight": "190 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No Ip Rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.75 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (HD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD (NXTVISION) 90 Hz",
                    "Protection": "standard strengthened glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 with TCL UI 5.0"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB or 6 GB options",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB or 256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (expandable)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Main: 50 MP Macro: 2 MP Depth: 2 MP",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable)5010 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM (dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "802.11 a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Side-mounted Accelerometer, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "ZTE nubia A77",
            "slug": "zte-nubia-a77",
            "brand": "Nubia",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/nubia/zte-nubia-a77/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-10_37_17-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 42999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-01T05:52:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 52,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 64,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 82.9,
                "overall": 65.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "168 × 77 × 8.3 mm",
                    "Weight": "193 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.75 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1640 pixels, ~265 ppi.",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Scratch-resistant glass."
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T8300 (6 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2 × 2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, LED Flash, HDR, Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps."
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "22.5W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tcl-40-se",
        "margin": 3.5,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 54,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 52
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "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": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 79,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 79
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 63,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 64
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 87,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 43.8,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 31.3
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 100,
                    "zte-nubia-a77": 82.9
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "TCL 40 SE costs PKR 6,199 less.",
        "TCL 40 SE packs a 10 mAh larger battery.",
        "ZTE nubia A77 charges 4.5W faster.",
        "TCL 40 SE ships with 128 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, TCL 40 SE or ZTE nubia A77?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.5 points. It wins on performance, memory & storage and value for money. ZTE nubia A77 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 TCL 40 SE and ZTE nubia A77 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE is listed at PKR 36,800 and ZTE nubia A77 at PKR 42,999. That makes TCL 40 SE cheaper by PKR 6,199. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, TCL 40 SE or ZTE nubia A77?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE is the stronger gaming phone here. TCL 40 SE runs the MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm) while ZTE nubia A77 runs the Unisoc T8300 (6 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/)."
}