Tecno Spark 50 4G vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Tecno Spark 50 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 50 4G leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Spark 50 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).

The Tecno Spark 50 4G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 50 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 50
Design 37
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 50 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 50 4G vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Tecno Spark 50 4G scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G 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 — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Tecno Spark 50 4G are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Spark 50 4G: The Tecno Spark 50 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 50 4G Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Helio G81 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 167.8×79.2×8.2 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 210 g 188 g
Price $139
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 50 4G
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Spark 50 4G
$139
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Tecno Spark 50 4G are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (65/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Spark 50 4G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Spark 50 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 50 4G over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Spark 50 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.