Redmi 4X vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Redmi 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $120 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 20/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (576,015 vs 150,628); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4X doesn't; the Redmi 4X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 195g).

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X by 26 points (46/100 vs 20/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4X
Performance 8
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 35
Portability 76
Value for money 22
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 44
Display 70
Camera 29
Battery 48
Portability 76
Value for money 68
What makes Redmi 4X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 195g
  • Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $150

  • Overall rating 20/100
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 150628
  • Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 141
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 618
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 8/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (70/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 4X vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 26 points higher (46/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (48/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi 4X — 22/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (44/100 vs 8/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Redmi 4X: The Redmi 4X 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 4X Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 150628 576015
Geekbench Single 141 727
Geekbench Multi 618 2014
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1224x2720
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15.1
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 139.2×70.0×8.7 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 150 g 195 g
Launch price $120 $150
Camera comparison
Redmi 4X
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 4X
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1224x2720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
70
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 4X
  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
35
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 4X and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 4X Qualcomm Snapdragon 435
20/100
150628 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
46/100 +73.8%
576015 AnTuTu

Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Redmi 4X by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 4X
$120
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 4X was $30 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (44/100 vs 8/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X (70/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 4X (29/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4X or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 4X by 26 points (46/100 vs 20/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 4X and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi 4X has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4X or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4X or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 8/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 4X over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi 4X is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.