Motorola Signature vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $699 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 575,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 195g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $699
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Motorola Signature scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100; 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 Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 431.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Tecno Spark 40 Pro was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.