Tecno Spark 10 vs ZTE Axon 40

The Tecno Spark 10 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 leads — 58/100 vs 30/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 194,025).

The ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 by 28 points (58/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 10
Performance 12
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 51
Portability 64
Value for money 44
ZTE Axon 40
Performance 61
Display 73
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 53
Value for money
What makes Tecno Spark 10 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 200g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 194025
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 198
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 868
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (73/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 10 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the ZTE Axon 40 scores 28 points higher (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (61/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (61/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Tecno Spark 10 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).

Tecno Spark 10: The Tecno Spark 10 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40: The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 10 ZTE Axon 40
Processor MediaTek Helio G37 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 194025 1010069
Geekbench Single 198 1298
Geekbench Multi 868 3520
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7"
Resolution 1612x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 44 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 195 g 200 g
Launch price $100
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 10
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 40
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 10
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
ZTE Axon 40
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
73
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • Wireless charging: no data
51
battery
ZTE Axon 40
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Tecno Spark 10 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Tecno Spark 10 MediaTek Helio G37
30/100
194025 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
58/100 +80.8%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 leads Tecno Spark 10 by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Spark 10
$100
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (61/100 vs 12/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (73/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 (51/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Tecno Spark 10 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 10 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10 by 28 points (58/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 10 and the ZTE Axon 40?

The Tecno Spark 10 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 10 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 10 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 leads on performance (61/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 10 over the ZTE Axon 40?

The Tecno Spark 10 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.