Google Pixel 7a vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $180 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 9.0mm).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1890
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $180

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Google Pixel 7a scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (67/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 1194673 408000
Geekbench Single 1459 760
Geekbench Multi 3451 1890
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP64
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 193 g 195 g
Price $180 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
31/100 -192.8%
408000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 192.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $30. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $30.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (67/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.