Tecno Pop 5X vs Tecno Spark 40C
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Spark 40C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40C leads — 24/100 vs 9/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40C has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP.
Tecno Pop 5X
Tecno Spark 40C
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Tecno Spark 40C, the Tecno Spark 40C scores 15 points higher (24/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C leads (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Tecno Spark 40C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | — | |
| Price | — | — |
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40C
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (45/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (100/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Tecno Spark 40C is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Tecno Spark 40C — 24/100.
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Tecno Spark 40C?
The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40C is a better fit for everyday use.