Tecno Spark 20C vs Tecno Spark 40
The Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.
Tecno Spark 20C
Tecno Spark 40
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Overall rating 16/100
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Tecno Spark 20C vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Spark 20C | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | — | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 20C or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 20C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 20C and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 20C has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 20C or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 20C over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.