Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $135 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 31/100 vs 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $150
- Better camera (24/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $135 | $150 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $15. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $15.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.