Redmi 12C vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $120 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 25/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (576,015 vs 346,495); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.8mm).
Redmi 12C
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $150
- Overall rating 25/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1364
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 21 points higher (46/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (68/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $150 |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Redmi 12C by 39.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 12C was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (70/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (76/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (68/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 21 points (46/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.