Tecno Spark 20C vs ZTE Blade A73

The Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek, while the ZTE Blade A73 (2023) runs on the Unisoc T606. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade A73 leads — 25/100 vs 16/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A73 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The ZTE Blade A73 edges out the Tecno Spark 20C by just 9 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 A73
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 100
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 5W

  • Overall rating 16/100
What makes ZTE Blade A73 better?

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 20C vs the ZTE Blade A73, the ZTE Blade A73 scores 9 points higher (25/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade A73 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A73 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 ZTE Blade A73 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade A73: The ZTE Blade A73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 20C ZTE Blade A73
Processor MediaTek Unisoc T606
AnTuTu 330006
Geekbench Single 378
Geekbench Multi 1335
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 5W
Main camera 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 13
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm 165.0×76.1×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $124
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade A73
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade A73
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE Blade A73
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
ZTE Blade A73
$124
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 ZTE Blade A73 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 20C or the ZTE Blade A73?

The ZTE Blade A73 edges out the Tecno Spark 20C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 20C and the ZTE Blade A73?

The Tecno Spark 20C has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the ZTE Blade A73 — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 20C or the ZTE Blade A73?

The ZTE Blade A73 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 20C over the ZTE Blade A73?

The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade A73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.