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).
Redmi 3S
Tecno Spark 20C
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.