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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 36/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 33 points (69/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
Tecno Spark 40
Performance 30
Display 44
Camera 29
Battery 48
Portability 64
Value for money 54
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1416
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 215g

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 33 points higher (69/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Spark 40: The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Tecno Spark 40
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G81
AnTuTu 3119308 358383
Geekbench Single 3041 432
Geekbench Multi 9494 1416
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 1612x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 25W 15W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 48 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, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm
Weight 215 g 192 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Tecno Spark 40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Tecno Spark 40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Tecno Spark 40
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 MediaTek Helio G81
36/100 -770.4%
358383 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 770.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Tecno Spark 40
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (52/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).

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 33 points (69/100 vs 36/100).

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 69/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 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. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.