Redmi 7 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Redmi 7 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $130 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 21/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (576,015 vs 243,691); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 7 doesn't; the Redmi 7 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 195g).
Redmi 7
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Lighter: 180g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Overall rating 21/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Redmi 7 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 25 points higher (46/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 18/100). 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 25/100). Value score: Redmi 7 — 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (44/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (48/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Redmi 7 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.7×75.6×8.5 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $150 |
Redmi 7
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 7
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 7
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 7 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Redmi 7 by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 7 was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (44/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (70/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 7 (48/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 7 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 by 25 points (46/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 7 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Redmi 7 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 7 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 7 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 7 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Redmi 7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.