Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $2899 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 39/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5200 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $2899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 30 points higher (69/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100, 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1416 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 309 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $2899 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Tecno Spark 40 by 716.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2779. Tecno Spark 40 was $2779 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (90/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (52/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 30 points (69/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.