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.

The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the Nokia 4.2 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 98
Value for money 98
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (98/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nokia 4.2: The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1520x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 4.2
$169
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.