Tecno Spark 40 vs Tecno Spark 40c
The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 40c (2025) runs on the Helio G81; launch prices were $120 and $102. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 39/100 vs 33/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40c has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 40c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40
Tecno Spark 40c
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40c better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $102 vs $120
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the Tecno Spark 40c, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 6 points higher (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100, Tecno Spark 40c — 54/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40c are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 | Tecno Spark 40c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Launch price | $120 | $102 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40c
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40 and Tecno Spark 40c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $18. Tecno Spark 40c was $18 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40c are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Spark 40 edges out the Tecno Spark 40c by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 and the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Spark 40c — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 40c?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the Tecno Spark 40c?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Tecno Spark 40 (30/100 vs 10/100).