Tecno Spark 40 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Tecno Spark 40 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 42
Design 60
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5100 mAh

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 23/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 23/100). 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 V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Spark 40: The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 40 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1612x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 15W 65W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 11
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 192 g 190 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Spark 40
$120
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Tecno Spark 40 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 23/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.