Redmi 15 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $180 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (575,630 vs 476,175); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (74/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 575630 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1396
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $180
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 leads (58/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (76/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Redmi 15 by 17.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Tecno Spark 40 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (76/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro edges out the Redmi 15 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (76/100 vs 46/100).