Tecno Spark 30C vs Tecno Spark 40
The Tecno Spark 30C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 30C leads — 28/100 vs 26/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 30C doesn't.
Tecno Spark 30C
Tecno Spark 40
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (24/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- 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 30C vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Tecno Spark 30C scores 2 points higher (28/100 vs 26/100). 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, the Tecno Spark 30C significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 30C and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100). 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 30C (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Spark 30C | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Tecno Spark 30C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 30C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Spark 30C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Tecno Spark 30C and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Tecno Spark 30C
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 30C significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 30C and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100).
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 30C (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 30C or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 30C edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 30C and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 30C has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 30C over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 30C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.