Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $200 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads — 39/100 vs 24/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A14 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 153,667).
Samsung Galaxy A14
Tecno Spark 8C
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (16/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $200
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A14 vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Samsung Galaxy A14 scores 15 points higher (39/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 leads (47/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A14 — 40/100, Tecno Spark 8C — 32/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (47/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (16/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 8C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A14 | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 67 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy A14 and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A14 leads Tecno Spark 8C by 295.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Tecno Spark 8C was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (47/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (54/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (16/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 8C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 8C — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A14 and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 leads on camera score (16/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A14 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 leads on performance (47/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A14 over the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy A14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 8C is a better fit for everyday use.