Tecno Spark 40 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $120 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 39/100 (a 7-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 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (575,630 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 7.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $150
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 575630 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1416
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 7 points higher (46/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (44/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads Tecno Spark 40 by 37.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Tecno Spark 40 was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads on performance (44/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (70/100 vs 55/100).