Google Pixel 9 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $799 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 31/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.5mm).
Google Pixel 9
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 23/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $799
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 scores 19 points higher (50/100 vs 31/100). 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 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (75/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $799 | $150 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 282.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $649. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $649.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (25/100 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 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (75/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.