Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $200 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads — 39/100 vs 36/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A14 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy A14
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1416
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $200
- Better camera (29/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A14 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy A14 scores 3 points higher (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (29/100 vs 16/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A14 — 40/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (29/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (64/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A14 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 67 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $120 |
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A14 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A14 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 69.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $80. Tecno Spark 40 was $80 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (47/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (29/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (64/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A14 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 leads on performance (47/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A14 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.