Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Spark 40 Pro vs Tecno Spark 20
Comparison between Tecno Spark 40 Pro and Tecno Spark 20: 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 capable all-rounder, with a 144 Hz AMOLED display versus the Spark 20’s 90 Hz IPS LCD. The Spark 20 takes the lead for selfies, with a 32 MP front camera against the Spark 40 Pro’s 13 MP.
The Spark 40 Pro pairs a MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate with UFS 2.2 storage; the Spark 20 has a MediaTek Helio G85 and eMMC 5.1. The newer phone’s display is sharper at 440 ppi versus 267 ppi, and its peak brightness is 4500 nits versus 700 nits. It is also slimmer, at 6.7 mm versus 8.5 mm.
The Spark 40 Pro has a 5200 mAh battery and 45 W charging, compared with 5000 mAh and 18 W on the Spark 20. It also adds reverse charging and IP64 resistance, while the Spark 20 is rated IP53. The Spark 20 is worth choosing only if it costs less.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is the better pick for buyers who want a 144 Hz AMOLED display and 45 W charging.
Tecno Spark 20
The Tecno Spark 20 suits selfie-focused buyers, with a 32 MP front camera versus 13 MP on the Spark 40 Pro.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Spark 40 Pro, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Connectivity and Battery & charging. Unless Camera decides it for you.
| Category | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.0 | 5.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.1 | 3.7 |
| Camera | 3.9 | 4.8 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.8 | 5.4 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Spark 40 Pro, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 5,200 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 410,000
- against 222,000
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against IPS LCD
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 410,000 Best value | 222,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 424 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 1,322 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Titanium, Blue, Green, Grey | Black, White, Gold, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 6.7 mm Best value | 8.5 mm |
| Body Width | 75.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Body Height | 163.7 mm | 163.7 mm |
| Weight | 170 g Best value | 190 g |
| Usable Surface | 89.3 % Best value | 84.6 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64, Drop Resistant Up to 2 m Best value | IP53 |
Battery
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,200 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W Best value | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included |
Display
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED Best value | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 4,500 nits Best value | 700 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 | 1,612 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 440 ppi Best value | 267 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 144 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 144 Hz | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 7i, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, Always-On Display | IPS LCD, 90Hz, Hole-Punch Notch, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 13 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 Best value | 13 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 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 B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 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 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, 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/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, 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 Best value | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, A-GPS, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, NFC, FM Radio, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | — | 1.618 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | — | 1.785 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 650 Mbps Best value | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps Best value | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 1 | — |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless Audio, A2DP | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Spark 40 Pro | Spark 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | KM6 | KJ5, KJ5n |
