Tecno
Tecno Spark 40
Budget smartphone with large display and battery
- Display: 6.78-inch IPS LCD
- Battery: 5000mAh
Price
$129 – $199
Typical retail range — check local retailers before you buy.
Editor score8.1/10
Reader average will appear after the first published user review.
Overview
Tecno Spark 40 is an affordable smartphone offering a large display, reliable battery life, modern design and practical features for everyday users.
Verdict
What we like — and what gave us pause during testing.
Pros
- Affordable
- 120Hz display
- 5000mAh battery
- microSD support
- 3.5mm headphone jack
Cons
- HD+ resolution
- 4G only
- Entry-level chipset
Full specifications
Verified at publish time — regional SKUs and bands may differ.
| OS | Android 15 |
|---|---|
| UI | HiOS 15 |
| CPU | Octa-core |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS |
| GPU | Mali-G52 |
| NFC | Yes |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB |
| SIM | Dual Nano SIM |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Audio | DTS Audio |
| Build | Plastic Back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Colors | Galaxy Black, Magic Skin Green, Arctic White |
| Status | Available |
| Weight | 196g |
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Display | 6.78-inch IPS LCD |
| Network | 2G,3G,4G |
| Process | 12nm |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Charging | 33W Fast Charging |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Speakers | Dual Speakers |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Audio Jack | 3.5mm |
| Dimensions | 167.2 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm |
| Protection | Panda Glass |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 |
| AI Features | AI Assistant, AI Wallpaper |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Fingerprint | Side Mounted |
| Main Camera | 50MP |
| Memory Card | microSD Supported |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + AI Lens |
| Battery Type | Li-Po |
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Pixel Density | 260 ppi |
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits |
| Video Recording | 1080p 30fps |
| Reverse Charging | Yes |
| Water Resistance | IP54 |
| Always-On Display | No |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 180Hz |
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