Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 16/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Tecno Spark 20C
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 50 points higher (66/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 20C leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 2800202 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (50/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 50 points (66/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.