Redmi 3S vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 20C leads — 16/100 vs 12/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100).

The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the Redmi 3S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 3S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 100
Value for money 100
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 3S better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Tecno Spark 20C scores 4 points higher (16/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C leads (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 3S: The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 3S Tecno Spark 20C
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MediaTek
AnTuTu 180440
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 827
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13
NFC no no
Dimensions 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 144 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 3S
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 3S
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 3S
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 3S
$120
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the Redmi 3S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.