Motorola Signature vs Tecno Spark 40c
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40c (2025) runs on the Helio G81; launch prices were $699 and $102. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 33/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40c has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 358,608); the Motorola Signature has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 40c doesn't; the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Tecno Spark 40c
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40c better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $102 vs $699
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Tecno Spark 40c, the Motorola Signature scores 53 points higher (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Tecno Spark 40c — 54/100; 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 40c (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (78/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Tecno Spark 40c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | — | |
| Launch price | $699 | $102 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Spark 40c
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Tecno Spark 40c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Tecno Spark 40c by 752.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $597. Tecno Spark 40c was $597 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (90/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (91/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (78/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c by 53 points (86/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Tecno Spark 40c — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.