Lava Bold N2 5G vs Tecno Spark 40
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $105 and $120. Both devices score the same overall rating of 36/100. Key differences: the Lava Bold N2 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP.
Lava Bold N2 5G
Tecno Spark 40
- Better Geekbench Single: 750 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2200 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $105 vs $120
- Higher performance (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (44/100 vs 43/100)
The Lava Bold N2 5G and the Tecno Spark 40 received the same MobileRank rating — 36/100. In the "performance" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads (60/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Lava Bold N2 5G — 56/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Lava Bold N2 5G are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $105 | $120 |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $15. Lava Bold N2 5G was $15 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Lava Bold N2 5G are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Tecno Spark 40?
Both devices scored 36/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Bold N2 5G.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Bold N2 5G leads on performance (40/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.