Realme C100i vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Realme C100i (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $119 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 34/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100i doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.4mm).
Realme C100i
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $119 vs $150
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 48/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 208g
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme C100i vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 12 points higher (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (29/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Realme C100i — 50/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (76/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme C100i | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.4 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $119 | $150 |
Realme C100i
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C100i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $31. Realme C100i was $31 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100i (76/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme C100i and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme C100i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100i over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.