Google Pixel 9 vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 16/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 34 points (50/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Google Pixel 9 scores 34 points higher (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Tecno Spark 20C
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek
AnTuTu 1561427
Geekbench Single 1850
Geekbench Multi 4900
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 18W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 198 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 34 points (50/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.