Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Spark 40C vs Tecno Spark 30
Comparison between Tecno Spark 40C and Tecno Spark 30: 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 30 is the more complete choice for anyone who values a sharper display and stronger cameras; the Spark 40C makes more sense for a 6000 mAh battery and 120 Hz refresh rate. They are close overall, with different strengths.
The Spark 30 steps up from the Spark 40C’s 720 × 1600 px to 1080 × 2460 px, and from 263 ppi to 396 ppi. It also has a 64 MP rear main camera versus 13 MP, and a 13 MP front camera versus 8 MP. The Spark 40C counters with a 120 Hz display versus 90 Hz.
The Spark 40C’s 6000 mAh battery tops the Spark 30’s 5000 mAh; both support 18 W charging, while the 40C also offers reverse charging. The Spark 30 scores 262,145 in AnTuTu v10 versus 250,000, while the Spark 40C gets 1,391 in Geekbench 6 Multi-Core versus 1,262. The Spark 30 is thinner at 7.9 mm versus 8.4 mm.
Tecno Spark 40C
The Tecno Spark 40C is the better buy for anyone prioritizing a 6000 mAh battery, a 120 Hz display, and reverse charging.
Tecno Spark 30
The Tecno Spark 30 is the better buy for anyone after a sharper display and higher-resolution cameras, led by its 64 MP main camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Spark 30, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity. Unless Battery & charging decides it for you.
| Category | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.1 | 3.8 |
| Camera | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Connectivity | 5.6 | 6.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.6 | 5.4 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Spark 40C, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 1,391
- against 1,262
Tecno Spark 30, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 262,145
- against 250,000
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3
- Display Pixel Density
- 396 ppi
- against 263 ppi
- Body Thickness
- 7.9 mm
- against 8.4 mm
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Helio G91 |
| 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 | 250,000 | 262,145 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 420 | 425 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,391 Best value | 1,262 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A75 at 2.0 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at up to 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core processor 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 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | White, Blue, Grey, Black | Black, White |
| Body Thickness | 8.4 mm | 7.9 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Body Height | 165.6 mm | 168 mm |
| Weight | 196 g | 193 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.2 % | 85 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64 | IP64 |
Battery
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,000 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 21:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | — | 800 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ | 6.78″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 1,080 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 2,460 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 263 ppi | 396 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, 120Hz | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification |
Sensors
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 Best value | 14 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 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 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, 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 | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP | A2DP, EDR, HID, LE |
| 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 Type-C, USB OTG, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, Infrared, 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 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, DTS, DTS:X, A2DP | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos |
Technical
| Specification | Spark 40C | Spark 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | KM4k | KL6 |
