Honor 8A vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Honor 8A (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $140 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 22/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3020); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (576,015 vs 199,111); the Honor 8A is noticeably lighter (150g vs 195g).
Honor 8A
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Lighter: 150g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $150
- Better portability (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3020 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Honor 8A vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 24 points higher (46/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Honor 8A (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Honor 8A (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 8A notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (68/100 vs 22/100).
| Specification | Honor 8A | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3020 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $150 |
Honor 8A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor 8A
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 8A
- 3020 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Honor 8A and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Honor 8A by 65.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $10. Honor 8A was $10 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Honor 8A (44/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (70/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Honor 8A (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (48/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 8A notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (100/100 vs 76/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (68/100 vs 22/100).
Which is better: the Honor 8A or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 8A by 24 points (46/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 8A and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Honor 8A has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 8A or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 8A or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Honor 8A over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Honor 8A is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.