Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $499 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 31/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 17 points higher (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (70/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a 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 8a Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 1433693 408000
Geekbench Single 1722 760
Geekbench Multi 4458 1890
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 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 IP67 IP64
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 188 g 195 g
Price $499 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • 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 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
31/100 -251.4%
408000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 251.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $349. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $349.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (70/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).

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

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

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

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.

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

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 23/100).

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

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

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

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