Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ vs Tecno Spark 9
Comparison between Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ and Tecno Spark 9: 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 40 Pro+ is the more complete choice: its 144 Hz AMOLED screen outclasses the Spark 9's 90 Hz IPS LCD. It also leads in overall NeoScore, 6.2 to 4.1.
For performance, the Spark 40 Pro+ pairs a MediaTek Helio G200 with 8 GB of RAM; the Spark 9 has a MediaTek Helio G37 and 6 GB. Maximum storage is 256 GB versus 128 GB. The Spark 40 Pro+ adds NFC and wireless charging, while both keep a 3.5 mm jack.
The Spark 40 Pro+'s main camera is 50 MP, compared with 13 MP on the Spark 9, and its battery is 5200 mAh against 5000 mAh. The Tecno Spark 9 is the better buy only if it costs less.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ suits buyers who want a 144 Hz AMOLED display and 8 GB of RAM.
Tecno Spark 9
The Tecno Spark 9 is the better buy only if it costs less.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Spark 40 Pro+, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.0 | 5.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 2.7 |
| Camera | 3.9 | 3.4 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 4.4 |
| Battery & charging | 8.9 | 5.7 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 5,200 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 455,013
- against 160,500
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 6 GB
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against IPS LCD
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G200 | MediaTek Helio G37 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Storage Type | — | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.3 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 455,013 Best value | 160,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 205 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 911 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.3 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB Best value | 6 GB |
| RAM Type | — | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 378 | — |
Design
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Grey, Titanium, Green | Black, Blue, Silver |
| Body Thickness | 6.5 mm Best value | 9 mm |
| Body Width | 75.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Body Height | 163.9 mm | 164.6 mm |
| Weight | 160.4 g Best value | 197 g |
| Usable Surface | 89.3 % Best value | 84.1 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,200 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | — |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Wireless charging power | 30 W | — |
Display
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED Best value | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 4,500 nits | — |
| Display Diagonal | 6.78″ Best value | 6.6″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,224 px Best value | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,720 px Best value | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 440 ppi Best value | 266 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 144 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 7i, AMOLED, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, Scratch Resistant, Dual-Edge Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz | IPS LCD, Water Drop Notch, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Touchscreen, 90Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 12 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 Best value | 12 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 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 B20, LTE B28, 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 B8, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Wi-Fi Hotspot |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 Best value | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, A-GPS, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | Infrared, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, microUSB, USB 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless Audio, A2DP, LE Best value | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker |
Technical
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro+ | Spark 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | KM7 | KG5p |
