Infinix Smart 9 vs Tecno Spark 40C
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40C leads — 33/100 vs 32/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40C has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Infinix Smart 9
Tecno Spark 40C
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Tecno Spark 40C, the Tecno Spark 40C scores 1 points higher (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Tecno Spark 40C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 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, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40C
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Smart 9 and Tecno Spark 40C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Tecno Spark 40C edges out the Infinix Smart 9 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Spark 40C — 33/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Infinix Smart 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40C is a better fit for everyday use.