Launch report · Tecno

Tecno Spark 40: Africa 2025 Spark refresh.

SpecEagle Editorial·Aug 2025·$170·Score 65/100

Spark 40 brings AMOLED + NFC at $170 — Tecno's 2025 Africa-priority Spark refresh.

Key specs at launch

Display

6.78" FHD+ 120 Hz

Chipset

Helio G81

RAM

8 GB

Battery

5,200 mAh

What stands out

AMOLED + 45 W at $170.
NFC included.
Magic Skin design.
8 GB / 256 GB.

What to watch

Helio G81 mid-tier.
No 5G.
IP54 only.
13 MP selfie.

The phone it has to beat

Moto G85

$299 · score 74/100