OnePlus Nord 3 vs Tecno Spark 20C

The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 16/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 27 points (43/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 27 points higher (43/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (86/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 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 OnePlus Nord 3 Tecno Spark 20C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 MediaTek
AnTuTu 1542660
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1240x2772 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W 18W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 16GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 193 g
Price $339
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (31/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 27 points (43/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.