Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 40c
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, while the Tecno Spark 40c (2025) runs on the Helio G81; launch prices were $300 and $102. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 33/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 358,608); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 40c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Tecno Spark 40c
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40c better?
- Cheaper at launch: $102 vs $300
- Better portability (48/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 40c, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 32 points higher (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100, Tecno Spark 40c — 54/100; 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40c and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | Tecno Spark 40c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 1673316 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | — | |
| Launch price | $300 | $102 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 40c
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and Tecno Spark 40c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 40c by 366.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $198. Tecno Spark 40c was $198 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (69/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (72/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40c and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c by 32 points (65/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Spark 40c — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.