Nubia Z50S Pro vs Tecno Spark 40 4G

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Tecno Spark 40 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 4G has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5100).

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Tecno Spark 40 4G by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
Tecno Spark 40 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5100 mAh

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Tecno Spark 40 4G, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 7 points higher (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 4G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark 40 4G: The Tecno Spark 40 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Tecno Spark 40 4G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 MediaTek Helio G81
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1260x2800 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 80W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 15, HIOS 15
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm
Weight 228 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Tecno Spark 40 4G
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 40 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Tecno Spark 40 4G
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Tecno Spark 40 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (51/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 4G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Tecno Spark 40 4G?

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Tecno Spark 40 4G by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Tecno Spark 40 4G?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Tecno Spark 40 4G — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Tecno Spark 40 4G?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Tecno Spark 40 4G?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 4G is a better fit for everyday use.