Tecno Spark 40 vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $120 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads — 45/100 vs 39/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5200); the Tecno Spark 50 5G is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40
Tecno Spark 50 5G
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $160
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 50 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the Tecno Spark 50 5G, the Tecno Spark 50 5G scores 6 points higher (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads (45/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100, Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100; 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 50 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (68/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1576 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $160 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1576
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40 and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Spark 50 5G leads Tecno Spark 40 by 38.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Tecno Spark 40 was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (45/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (68/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Tecno Spark 50 5G edges out the Tecno Spark 40 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 50 5G?
The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Tecno Spark 50 5G leads on performance (45/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Tecno Spark 40 (68/100 vs 51/100).