Tecno Spark 40 4G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Tecno Spark 40 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 39/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40 4G
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Tecno Spark 40 4G better?
- Better portability (68/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 4G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (92/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 4G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 4G | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40 4G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40 4G
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40 4G and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 40 4G by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Spark 40 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G (92/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 4G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 4G by 53 points (92/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 4G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Tecno Spark 40 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 4G over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.