Redmi 13C vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $130 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 36/100 (a 10-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 noticeably better than the Redmi 13C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Performance 29
Display 48
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 68
Value for money
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 44
Display 70
Camera 29
Battery 48
Portability 76
Value for money
What makes Redmi 13C better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 192g vs 195g
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $150

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1364
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (70/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 10 points higher (46/100 vs 36/100). 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 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C leads (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (29/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Redmi 13C: The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C 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 1224x2720
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15.1
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 192 g 195 g
Price $130 $150
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
13
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
48
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1224x2720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
70
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
46/100 +39.8%
576015 AnTuTu

Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Redmi 13C by 39.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C
$130
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $20. Redmi 13C is cheaper by $20.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (44/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (70/100 vs 48/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (29/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (66/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi 13C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.