Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Spark 30C 5G vs Tecno Spark 40C
Comparison between Tecno Spark 30C 5G and Tecno Spark 40C: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Tecno.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Tecno Spark 30C 5G is the better fit for performance, main-camera resolution, and mobile connectivity: it scores 425,000 in AnTuTu against 250,000, has a 48 MP main camera against 13 MP, and supports 5G. The Tecno Spark 40C counters with a larger battery and newer Android.
The Spark 30C 5G uses a MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Spark 40C has a MediaTek Helio G81; their AnTuTu scores are 425,000 and 250,000. Main-camera resolution also favors the first, though the Spark 40C records 2K at 30 fps and the Spark 30C 5G records 1080p at 30 fps. Both have a 6.67″ IPS LCD with 720 × 1600 px resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate.
The Spark 40C has a 6000 mAh battery against 5000 mAh, adds reverse charging, and runs Android 15 rather than Android 14. Its IP64 rating also tops the Spark 30C 5G’s IP54. Both support 18 W fast charging; the Spark 30C 5G adds 5G, NFC, and maximum download speeds of 3,300 Mbps against 300 Mbps.
Tecno Spark 30C 5G
The Tecno Spark 30C 5G is the better buy for anyone prioritizing performance and a 48 MP main camera.
Tecno Spark 40C
The Tecno Spark 40C is the better buy for anyone who wants a larger battery, reverse charging, and Android 15.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Spark 30C 5G, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity. Unless Battery & charging decides it for you.
| Category | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.6 | 5.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.8 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 4.1 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 6.6 | 5.6 |
| Battery & charging | 5.4 | 6.6 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Spark 30C 5G, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 425,000
- against 250,000
- Weight
- 189 g
- against 196 g
- Body Thickness
- 8 mm
- against 8.4 mm
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 782
- against 420
Tecno Spark 40C, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable
- OS Version
- 15
- against 14
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 425,000 Best value | 250,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 782 Best value | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,012 Best value | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 × 2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A75 at 2.0 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at up to 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Blue, Grey | White, Blue, Grey, Black |
| Body Thickness | 8 mm Best value | 8.4 mm |
| Body Width | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Body Height | 165 mm | 165.6 mm |
| Weight | 189 g Best value | 196 g |
| Usable Surface | 84.5 % Best value | 84.2 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP64 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value |
Display
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | — |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ | 6.67″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 263 ppi | 263 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, 120Hz, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE bands unspecified, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR bands unspecified | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, EDR, HID, LE | A2DP |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, Infrared, NFC, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Max. download speed | 3,300 Mbps Best value | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE | Stereo Speakers, DTS, DTS:X, A2DP |
Technical
| Specification | Spark 30C 5G | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | KL8H | KM4k |
