Redmi 14C vs Tecno Spark 10C

The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $120 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 14C leads — 31/100 vs 21/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 14C is faster in AnTuTu (358,383 vs 153,667); the Redmi 14C has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).

The Redmi 14C is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 10C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Performance 30
Display 43
Camera 13
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 44
Tecno Spark 10C
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money 26
What makes Redmi 14C better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 358383 vs 153667
  • Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 846
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (13/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (43/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 10C better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 204g
  • Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $120

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Tecno Spark 10C, the Redmi 14C scores 10 points higher (31/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 14C leads (30/100 vs 9/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, Tecno Spark 10C — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (13/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 14C: The Redmi 14C is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Spark 10C: The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 14C Tecno Spark 10C
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 358383 153667
Geekbench Single 432 205
Geekbench Multi 1416 846
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android, HIOS 8.6
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm
Weight 204 g 189 g
Launch price $120 $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Tecno Spark 10C
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 14C and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 14C MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
31/100
358383 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 10C Unisoc SC9863A
21/100 -133.2%
153667 AnTuTu

Redmi 14C leads Tecno Spark 10C by 133.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 14C
$120
Tecno Spark 10C
$100

Launch price difference: $20. Tecno Spark 10C was $20 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (30/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (13/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi 14C is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 10C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 21/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi 14C leads on performance (30/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi 14C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.