Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $130 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 39/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1826 vs 1416
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 9 points higher (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (46/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 69.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Tecno Spark 40 was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (46/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (46/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.