Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Spark 30C vs Tecno Spark 40C
Comparison between Tecno Spark 30C 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 40C is the better fit for longer endurance per charge and added protection: its 6000 mAh battery tops the Spark 30C’s 5000 mAh, and it has IP64 instead of IP54. The Spark 30C is lighter, scores higher in AnTuTu, and has a 48 MP main camera versus 13 MP.
Both have a 6.67″ IPS LCD with 720 × 1600 px resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Spark 40C runs Android 15 instead of Android 14 and adds reverse charging; both support 18 W fast charging.
The Spark 30C weighs 187 g versus 196 g and has Bluetooth 5.4 versus Bluetooth 5.3. Their overall NeoScores are 4.3 and 4.7, respectively, while performance is effectively even. The 40C favors battery capacity and protection; the 30C brings the stronger main-camera resolution and Bluetooth version.
Tecno Spark 30C
The Tecno Spark 30C is the better buy for a 48 MP main camera and a higher AnTuTu result.
Tecno Spark 40C
The Tecno Spark 40C is the better buy for a larger battery, with 6000 mAh, IP64 protection, and reverse charging.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Spark 40C, ahead on Camera and Battery & charging. Unless Connectivity decides it for you.
| Category | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.4 | 5.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 2.7 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 5.6 |
| Battery & charging | 5.4 | 6.6 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Spark 30C, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 262,145
- against 250,000
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3
- Weight
- 187 g
- against 196 g
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, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included
- OS Version
- 15
- against 14
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2 GHz | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 262,145 Best value | 250,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 420 | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,391 | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. | 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 | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Green | White, Blue, Grey, Black |
| Body Thickness | 8.55 mm | 8.4 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Body Height | 163.9 mm | 165.6 mm |
| Weight | 187 g Best value | 196 g |
| Usable Surface | 86 % Best value | 84.2 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP64 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Spark 30C | 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, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value |
Display
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 600 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 |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Spark 30C | 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 | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | 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 B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 | 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, UMTS, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | 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 5.4 Best value | 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, Infrared, FM Radio, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 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 | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, DTS, DTS:X, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE | Stereo Speakers, DTS, DTS:X, A2DP |
Technical
| Specification | Spark 30C | Spark 40C |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | kl5, kl5n | KM4k |
