Tecno Spark 40 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 7/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Tecno Spark 40
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 19 points higher (26/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (42/100 vs 15/100). 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, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1612x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (42/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably better than the ZTE Libero 5G III — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Tecno Spark 40 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.