Tecno Phantom V Fold vs Tecno Spark 9
The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Tecno Spark 9 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 27/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 215,798); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 9 doesn't; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is thinner (6.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Tecno Spark 9
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 215798
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 198
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 868
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 9 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the Tecno Spark 9, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 37 points higher (64/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 9 leads (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (74/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (47/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom V Fold | Tecno Spark 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | MediaTek Helio G37 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 215798 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 198 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 868 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2000x2296 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 299 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Spark 9
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 9
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom V Fold and Tecno Spark 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Tecno Spark 9 by 613.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (74/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (66/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 (47/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Spark 9?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 by 37 points (64/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Tecno Spark 9?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Spark 9 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Spark 9?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Spark 9?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the Tecno Spark 9?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.