HMD Aura vs Tecno Spark 8C
The HMD Aura (2024) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 8C leads — 24/100 vs 21/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 8C has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura doesn't; the HMD Aura is noticeably lighter (175g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura
Tecno Spark 8C
What makes HMD Aura better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 191g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 8C better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Tecno Spark 8C scores 3 points higher (24/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 9/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the HMD Aura (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.5×8.9 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $100 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Aura and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Aura
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 9/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the HMD Aura (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Tecno Spark 8C edges out the HMD Aura by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the HMD Aura and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The HMD Aura has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 24/100.
Should you choose the HMD Aura over the Tecno Spark 8C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Spark 8C (66/100 vs 43/100).