Tecno Spark 40 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).

The Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 42
Design 60
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 192g vs 207g

  • Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (23/100 vs 0/100). 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Spark 40: The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 40 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 1612x720 1080x2408
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 48 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 192 g 207 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Spark 40
$120
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (23/100 vs 0/100).

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 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (60/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.