Tecno Spark 40C vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Tecno Spark 40C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 24/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40C has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Tecno Spark 40C
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 42/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40C vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 6 points higher (30/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40C | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Tecno Spark 40C
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
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 — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40C and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40C (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40C or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) 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 40C and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Spark 40C has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40C or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40C over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Spark 40C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.