Lava Storm Lite vs Tecno Spark 40
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $89 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 39/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1416
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $120
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Lava Storm Lite scores 4 points higher (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (45/100 vs 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 — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Tecno Spark 40 by 62.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Lava Storm Lite was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (45/100 vs 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 — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Lite edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.