Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $1099 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1416
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (53/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, 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 S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (97/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Tecno Spark 40 by 746.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Tecno Spark 40 was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (53/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (97/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.