Redmi 5 Plus vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 20C leads — 16/100 vs 10/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000).
Redmi 5 Plus
Tecno Spark 20C
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 5 Plus vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Tecno Spark 20C scores 6 points higher (16/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus leads (98/100 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 5 Plus (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 5 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 5 Plus | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | — | |
| Price | $170 | — |
Redmi 5 Plus
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 5 Plus
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 5 Plus
- 4000 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 5 Plus (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 5 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the Redmi 5 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 5 Plus and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Redmi 5 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 5 Plus over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.