Infinix Smart 9 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 23/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 doesn't.
Infinix Smart 9
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 3 points higher (26/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Smart 9 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Infinix Smart 9
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 edges out the Infinix Smart 9 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Infinix Smart 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.