Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 47/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 195g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 1980
- Lighter: 168g vs 195g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $799
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 29/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Tecno Spark 50 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 19 points higher (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (62/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $179 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 216.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $620. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $620 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (75/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (69/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (83/100 vs 64/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (62/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 50 5G — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Spark 50 5G is a better fit for everyday use.