Nokia 4.2 vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 20C leads — 16/100 vs 9/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the Nokia 4.2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.
Nokia 4.2
Tecno Spark 20C
- Better design/ergonomics (98/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Tecno Spark 20C scores 7 points higher (16/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | — | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 161 g | — | |
| Price | $169 | — |
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the Nokia 4.2 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.