Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $1999 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 1416
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100, 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 Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (76/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 1416 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 754.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1879. Tecno Spark 40 was $1879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (76/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.