Tecno Pova 8 vs Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Tecno Pova 8
4category wins
Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025)
Price coming soon
1category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Tecno Pova 8
Bigger battery
Tecno Pova 8
Faster charging
Tecno Pova 8
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Tecno Pova 8
Lighter body
Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.76 | 6.75 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2344 | 1600 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| Refresh Rate | 144 | 120 |
| PPI | 381 | 260 |
| Screen-to-body | 86.6 | 84.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 7100 | Dimensity 6400 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HiOS 16 | HiOS 15 |
| OS Version | 16 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Tecno Pova 8 +24%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Tecno Pova 8 +43%AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 8 +35%| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 995 | 803 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,925 | 2,047 |
| AnTuTu | 785,352 | 581,041 |
Memory
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - India model only | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Other | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | Dual-LED flash | Dual-LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | — | 50 MP |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, (wide) | — |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.2, 24mm, (wide) | 5 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8000 | 6000 |
| Chemistry | — | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 45 | 18 |
Body
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 165.7 | 167.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.8 | 8 |
| Other | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) Round matrix display (on the back) MIL-STD-810H compliant* * does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Weight (g) | 225 | 194 |
| Width (mm) | 78.5 | 77.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2026, June 11 | 2025, August |
| Status | Available. Released 2026, July 01 | Available. Released 2025, August |
Network
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | LTE | LTE |
| 5G Bands | SA/NSA | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (with Dolby Atmos) | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Tecno Pova 8 and Tecno Spark 40 (Aug 2025) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Tecno Pova 8 packs a 8000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Tecno Pova 8 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
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