Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $1299 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 39/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1416
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1299
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 41 points higher (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 40 by 772.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1179. Tecno Spark 40 was $1179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 41 points (80/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.