Google Pixel 8 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $699 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 31/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 187g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $699

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Google Pixel 8 scores 19 points higher (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (79/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 1443431 408000
Geekbench Single 1722 760
Geekbench Multi 4458 1890
Display 6.2" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 187 g 195 g
Price $699 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
31/100 -253.8%
408000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 253.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $549. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $549.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (79/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.