Tecno Spark 20C vs ZTE Blade A52

The Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek, while the ZTE Blade A52 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 20C leads — 16/100 vs 9/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A52 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the ZTE Blade A52 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade A52
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 better?

  • Overall rating 9/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 20C vs the ZTE Blade A52, the Tecno Spark 20C scores 7 points higher (16/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade A52: The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 20C ZTE Blade A52
Processor MediaTek Unisoc
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 2GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 13 Android 11
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 214 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade A52
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade A52
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE Blade A52
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 20C significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (50/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 20C or the ZTE Blade A52?

The Tecno Spark 20C edges out the ZTE Blade A52 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 20C and the ZTE Blade A52?

The Tecno Spark 20C has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the ZTE Blade A52 — 9/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 20C over the ZTE Blade A52?

The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.