Honor X5c vs Tecno Spark 40c
The Honor X5c (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40c (2025) runs on the Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor X5c leads — 36/100 vs 33/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40c has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5260); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X5c
Tecno Spark 40c
What makes Honor X5c better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40c better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5260 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X5c vs the Tecno Spark 40c, the Honor X5c scores 3 points higher (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X5c leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40c is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X5c notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40c and the Honor X5c are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X5c notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X5c | Tecno Spark 40c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" TFT LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5260 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, MagicOS 9 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 167.0×77.0×7.9 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $102 |
Camera comparison
Honor X5c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40c
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Honor X5c
- 6.7" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X5c
- 5260 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X5c and Tecno Spark 40c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X5c
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40c is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X5c notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40c and the Honor X5c are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X5c notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X5c or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Honor X5c edges out the Tecno Spark 40c by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X5c and the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Honor X5c has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Spark 40c — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X5c or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Honor X5c leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Honor X5c over the Tecno Spark 40c?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Honor X5c (30/100 vs 10/100).