Samsung Galaxy A07 4G
Tecno Spark 40

Samsung Galaxy A07 4G Tecno Spark 40

Overview

Welcome to our in-depth comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 — two mid-range Android smartphones that share a surprising amount of common ground while diverging in some meaningful ways. Both devices run Android 15, offer dual SIM support, and pack similar displays, but the real story lies in their performance capabilities, camera features, and battery and charging experience. Read on to see which one comes out on top for your needs.

Common Features

  • Both phones are water resistant.
  • Neither phone has a rugged build.
  • Neither phone can be folded.
  • Both phones have an LCD IPS display type.
  • Both phones have a resolution of 720 x 1600 px.
  • Neither phone has branded damage-resistant glass.
  • Neither phone supports HDR10.
  • Neither phone supports HDR10+.
  • Neither phone has an Always-On Display.
  • Neither phone supports Dolby Vision.
  • Neither phone has a secondary screen.
  • Both phones have 256GB of internal storage.
  • Both phones have 8GB of RAM.
  • Both phones have integrated LTE.
  • Both phones support 64-bit processing.
  • Both phones have integrated graphics.
  • Both phones use big.LITTLE technology.
  • Both phones have 8 CPU threads.
  • Both phones have an 8MP front camera.
  • Neither phone has built-in optical image stabilization.
  • Neither phone has a dual-tone LED flash.
  • Neither phone has a BSI sensor.
  • Both phones have a CMOS sensor.
  • Both phones support continuous autofocus when recording movies.
  • Both phones support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
  • Both phones support manual exposure.
  • Both phones run Android 15.
  • Both phones have clipboard warnings.
  • Both phones have location privacy options.
  • Both phones have camera and microphone privacy options.
  • Neither phone has Mail Privacy Protection.
  • Both phones support theme customization.
  • Both phones can block app tracking.
  • Neither phone blocks cross-site tracking.
  • Neither phone supports wireless charging.
  • Both phones support fast charging.
  • Neither phone has a removable battery.
  • Both phones have a battery level indicator.
  • Both phones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Both phones have a 3.5mm audio jack.
  • Neither phone supports aptX.
  • Neither phone supports LDAC.
  • Neither phone supports aptX HD.
  • Neither phone supports aptX Adaptive.
  • Neither phone supports aptX Lossless.
  • Neither phone supports 5G.
  • Both phones have dual SIM card slots.
  • Both phones have an external memory slot.
  • Both phones have USB Type-C.
  • Neither phone has NFC.
  • Both phones have a fingerprint scanner.
  • Neither phone has emergency SOS via satellite.
  • Neither phone has crash detection.
  • Both phones have a video light.
  • Neither phone has a sapphire glass display.
  • Neither phone has a curved display.
  • Neither phone has an e-paper display.

Main Differences

  • Ingress Protection rating is IP54 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and IP64 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Thickness is 7.6mm on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 7.7mm on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Width is 77.4mm on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 77mm on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Height is 164.4mm on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 165.6mm on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Volume is 96.71 cm³ on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 98.18 cm³ on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Screen size is 6.7″ on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 6.67″ on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Pixel density is 262 ppi on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 263 ppi on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Chipset is Mediatek Helio G99 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra on Tecno Spark 40.
  • GPU is Mali G57 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and Mali G52 MP2 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • CPU speed is 2 x 2.2 & 6 x 2 GHz on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Geekbench 6 multi-core score is 1979 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 1391 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Geekbench 6 single-core score is 729 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 420 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • RAM speed is 4266 MHz on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 1800 MHz on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Semiconductor size is 6nm on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 12nm on Tecno Spark 40.
  • DirectX version is DirectX 11 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and DirectX 12 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Maximum memory bandwidth is 17.1 GB/s on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 13.41 GB/s on Tecno Spark 40.
  • eMMC version is 5.2 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 5.1 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Maximum supported memory is 12GB on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 8GB on Tecno Spark 40.
  • GPU turbo speed is 2133 MHz on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 950 MHz on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Main camera resolution is 50 & 2 MP on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 50 MP on Tecno Spark 40.
  • A dual-lens main camera is present on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but not on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Main camera video recording goes up to 1080p at 60fps on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 1440p at 30fps on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Number of flash LEDs is 1 on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 2 on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Slow-motion video recording is supported on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but not on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Built-in HDR mode is available on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but not on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Timelapse function is available on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but not on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Battery capacity is 5000 mAh on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 5200 mAh on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Charging speed is 25W on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 45W on Tecno Spark 40.
  • A charger is not included with Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but is included with Tecno Spark 40.
  • Stereo speakers are not present on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but are available on Tecno Spark 40.
  • A built-in radio is present on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G but not on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Download speed reaches up to 650 Mbit/s on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 300 Mbit/s on Tecno Spark 40.
  • Upload speed reaches up to 150 Mbit/s on Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and 100 Mbit/s on Tecno Spark 40.
Specs Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A07 4G

Samsung Galaxy A07 4G

Tecno Spark 40

Tecno Spark 40

Design:
water resistance Water resistant Water resistant
thickness 7.6 mm 7.7 mm
width 77.4 mm 77 mm
height 164.4 mm 165.6 mm
volume 96.706656 cm³ 98.18424 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP54 IP64
has a rugged build
can be folded

In terms of physical dimensions, the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 are virtually identical. The A07 4G measures 164.4 × 77.4 × 7.6 mm while the Spark 40 comes in at 165.6 × 77 × 7.7 mm — differences so marginal they are imperceptible in daily use. Neither device folds nor claims a rugged build, so both target the same standard-use audience looking for a slim, pocketable candybar form factor.

The one meaningful differentiator in this group is the Ingress Protection rating. The A07 4G carries an IP54 certification, while the Spark 40 steps up to IP64. Both share the same water-resistance level (the ″4″ suffix), meaning neither can handle submersion — only splash and rain protection. However, the first digit tells a different story: ″5″ on the A07 4G means only partial dust resistance, whereas ″6″ on the Spark 40 means complete dust-tightness. In practice, this matters in dusty environments like construction sites, sandy beaches, or arid climates, where fine particles could gradually compromise internal components on the A07 4G but not on the Spark 40.

Overall, the Tecno Spark 40 has a clear edge in this group, strictly due to its superior IP64 dust protection. For users in clean, everyday urban environments the difference is negligible, but for anyone regularly exposed to dust or particulates, the Spark 40′s full dust-tight seal is a tangible real-world advantage.

Display:
Display type LCD, IPS LCD, IPS
screen size 6.7" 6.67"
pixel density 262 ppi 263 ppi
resolution 720 x 1600 px 720 x 1600 px
has branded damage-resistant glass
supports HDR10
supports HDR10+
Always-On Display
supports Dolby Vision
Has a secondary screen
has a touch screen

The display specs for these two devices are remarkably close. Both use an LCD IPS panel, share an identical 720 × 1600 px resolution, and land at nearly the same pixel density — 262 ppi on the Galaxy A07 4G versus 263 ppi on the Spark 40. That one-pixel-per-inch gap is completely invisible to the human eye, and the screen sizes (6.7″ vs 6.67″) are functionally indistinguishable in hand.

What matters more here is what both phones lack rather than where they differ. Neither device offers branded damage-resistant glass, HDR support of any kind, or an Always-On Display. The absence of HDR10 or Dolby Vision means media consumption — streaming video in particular — tops out at standard dynamic range, which limits contrast and color depth compared to even mid-range AMOLED-equipped rivals. The LCD IPS panel type is also worth noting: while it delivers accurate colors and solid viewing angles, it cannot match the deep blacks or power efficiency of OLED technology, especially with dark-themed content.

This group is effectively a tie. The specs are so closely matched that no meaningful real-world difference exists between the two displays. Buyers prioritizing screen quality should note that both phones sit firmly in the budget tier, and the display is the one area where that positioning is most apparent — neither device distinguishes itself from the other here.

Performance:
internal storage 256GB 256GB
RAM 8GB 8GB
Chipset (SoC) name Mediatek Helio G99 MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
GPU name Mali G57 Mali G52 MP2
CPU speed 2 x 2.2 & 6 x 2 GHz 2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi) 1979 1391
Geekbench 6 result (single) 729 420
Has integrated LTE
RAM speed 4266 MHz 1800 MHz
semiconductor size 6 nm 12 nm
Supports 64-bit
DirectX version DirectX 11 DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
OpenGL ES version 3.2 3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
CPU threads 8 threads 8 threads
Has TrustZone
maximum memory bandwidth 17.1 GB/s 13.41 GB/s
OpenCL version 2 2
memory channels 2 2
eMMC version 5.2 5.1
maximum memory amount 12GB 8GB
GPU turbo 2133 MHz 950 MHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 5W 5W
DDR memory version 4 4
shading units 32 32

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G holds a substantial advantage. Its Mediatek Helio G99 chip is built on a 6 nm process, compared to the 12 nm node on the Tecno Spark 40′s Helio G81 Ultra. A smaller node means the A07 4G′s chip is more power-efficient and can sustain higher performance levels with less heat — a tangible benefit for extended gaming sessions or heavy multitasking.

The Geekbench 6 scores make the gap concrete: the A07 4G scores 729 single-core and 1979 multi-core, versus just 420 single-core and 1391 multi-core on the Spark 40. Single-core performance is especially relevant for everyday responsiveness — app launches, UI scrolling, and keyboard input — and the A07 4G is roughly 73% faster in that metric. Supporting this, the A07 4G′s RAM runs at 4266 MHz versus the Spark 40′s 1800 MHz, and its memory bandwidth reaches 17.1 GB/s compared to 13.41 GB/s — meaning data moves between the processor and RAM significantly faster, reducing bottlenecks in data-intensive tasks. The GPU turbo clock (2133 MHz vs 950 MHz) further reinforces the A07 4G′s graphical edge for gaming.

The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G wins this group decisively. Despite both phones sharing the same RAM and storage amounts on paper, the A07 4G′s faster chip architecture, superior memory subsystem, and stronger benchmark results translate into a noticeably snappier real-world experience across virtually every use case.

Cameras:
megapixels (main camera) 50 & 2 MP 50 MP
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
megapixels (front camera) 8MP 8MP
has built-in optical image stabilization
video recording (main camera) 1080 x 60 fps 1440 x 30 fps
Has a dual-tone LED flash
number of flash LEDs 1 2
has a BSI sensor
has a CMOS sensor
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
supports slow-motion video recording
has a built-in HDR mode
has manual exposure
has a flash
optical zoom 0x 0x
has manual ISO
has a serial shot mode
has manual focus
has a front camera
Has laser autofocus
Shoots 360° panorama
has manual white balance
shoots raw
has touch autofocus
has manual shutter speed
can create panoramas in-camera
Has timelapse function
Has a front-facing LED flash
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera
supports HDR10 recording
supports Dolby Vision recording
has a front-facing camera under the display
Has a RGB LED flash
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities

Both phones lead with a 50 MP main sensor and an 8 MP front camera, but the similarities thin out quickly from there. The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G adds a secondary 2 MP lens to its rear system — typically used for depth sensing to enable portrait-mode bokeh effects — while the Tecno Spark 40 relies on a single rear lens. Neither device offers optical image stabilization, so both depend entirely on software for shake correction.

Video recording is where the two phones make notably different trade-offs. The Spark 40 captures footage at up to 1440 × 30 fps, which offers higher pixel resolution than the A07 4G′s 1080p @ 60 fps ceiling — but the A07 4G′s 60 fps cap produces smoother motion, which is more visually impactful for action or fast-moving subjects. Beyond that, the A07 4G also supports slow-motion recording and a built-in HDR mode for photos, plus a timelapse function — none of which are available on the Spark 40. The Spark 40′s only exclusive hardware edge is its dual-LED flash, which can produce slightly more balanced and natural-toned flash illumination than the A07 4G′s single LED.

The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G takes this group. Its broader feature set — slow-motion video, HDR photo mode, timelapse, and a dual-lens rear system — gives it more creative versatility than the Spark 40, which trades those capabilities for a marginally higher video resolution that most users are unlikely to notice in practice.

Operating system:
Android version Android 15 Android 15
has clipboard warnings
has location privacy options
has camera/microphone privacy options
has Mail Privacy Protection
has theme customization
can block app tracking
blocks cross-site tracking
has on-device machine learning
has notification permissions
has media picker
Can play games while they download
has dark mode
has Wi-Fi password sharing
has battery health check
has an extra dim mode
has focus modes
has dynamic theming
can offload apps
Has customizable notifications
has Live Text
has full-page screenshots
supports split screen
gets direct OS updates
has PiP
Can be used as a PC
Has sharing intents
has a child lock
Supports widgets
Is free and open source
Has offline voice recognition
has voice commands
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
is a multi-user system
has Quick Start

This is the rare spec group where the comparison ends before it begins. Both the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and the Tecno Spark 40 run Android 15 and share an identical feature set across every single data point provided — from privacy controls like camera and microphone toggles, to productivity features like split-screen, Picture-in-Picture, and full-page screenshots.

The shared highlights are worth acknowledging for what they mean to users. Both devices offer on-device machine learning, enabling features like Live Text (extracting text from images) without sending data to the cloud — a genuine privacy and usability win. Dynamic theming, customizable notifications, and widget support round out a modern Android experience that neither phone compromises on. Notably, neither device receives direct OS updates from Google, meaning future Android upgrades depend entirely on each manufacturer′s own update cadence.

This group is an absolute tie — not a close call, but a perfect draw. Software feature parity is total, and no advantage can be assigned to either device based solely on the provided data. The choice between these two phones will have to be made elsewhere.

Battery:
battery power 5000 mAh 5200 mAh
has wireless charging
Supports fast charging
charging speed 25W 45W
comes with a charger
has a removable battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

Battery capacity is close but not identical: the Tecno Spark 40 packs a 5200 mAh cell versus the 5000 mAh in the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G. The 200 mAh difference is modest and unlikely to translate into a dramatically longer day, but combined with the Spark 40′s less power-hungry chipset architecture (as seen in the Performance group), it could edge ahead in total endurance for light-to-moderate users.

The more impactful differentiator is charging speed. The Spark 40 supports 45W fast charging, nearly double the A07 4G′s 25W ceiling. In practical terms, this means significantly shorter top-up times — particularly valuable for users who frequently find themselves charging on the go or between tasks. Adding further weight to the Spark 40′s charging advantage, it also comes bundled with a charger in the box, while the A07 4G does not. For budget-segment buyers, the cost of purchasing a compatible fast charger separately is a real consideration.

The Tecno Spark 40 wins this group clearly. Its larger battery, substantially faster charging, and included charger make it the more complete package for battery-conscious users — and the out-of-box readiness of having a 45W charger included is a tangible day-one advantage the A07 4G simply cannot match.

Audio:
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
has stereo speakers
has aptX
has LDAC
has aptX HD
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Lossless
Has a radio

Shared ground is limited here to a single feature: both phones retain the increasingly rare 3.5 mm headphone jack, a welcome inclusion for users who prefer wired audio without adapters. Neither device supports high-resolution Bluetooth codecs like aptX or LDAC, so wireless audio quality is capped at standard levels on both.

The two meaningful differentiators pull in opposite directions. The Tecno Spark 40 features stereo speakers, while the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G does not. For media consumption — watching videos, gaming, or listening to music without headphones — stereo output creates a noticeably wider and more immersive soundstage compared to a single mono speaker. This is one of the more impactful day-to-day audio differences a phone can have. The A07 4G counters with a built-in FM radio, which the Spark 40 lacks — useful for users in regions with strong terrestrial radio coverage, or anyone who prefers radio as a low-data audio source.

On balance, the Tecno Spark 40 has the edge for most users. Stereo speakers deliver a broader, more consistent benefit across everyday use cases, whereas FM radio appeals to a narrower audience. Unless radio access is a specific priority, the Spark 40′s speaker setup is the more impactful audio advantage.

Connectivity & Features:
release date August 2025 July 2025
has 5G support
SIM cards 2 SIM 2 SIM
has an external memory slot
Has USB Type-C
has NFC
download speed 650 MBits/s 300 MBits/s
upload speed 150 MBits/s 100 MBits/s
Has a fingerprint scanner
has emergency SOS via satellite
has crash detection
is DLNA-certified
supports ANT+
Has a heart rate monitor
has GPS
supports Wi-Fi
Has an infrared sensor
has an accelerometer
has a cellular module
Has a barometer
has an HDMI output
Uses 3D facial recognition
Has an iris scanner
Stylus included
supports Galileo
Has motion tracking
Has optical tracking
Has a built-in projector

The connectivity profile of these two phones is largely identical — dual SIM, USB Type-C, expandable storage, GPS with Galileo support, Wi-Fi, and a fingerprint scanner are all shared. Notably, neither device offers NFC or 5G, which places both firmly in the budget 4G tier and rules out contactless payments via NFC-based systems for users who rely on that feature.

The one area where the specs diverge is cellular data throughput. The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G supports download speeds of up to 650 Mbit/s and upload speeds of 150 Mbit/s, compared to 300 Mbit/s down and 100 Mbit/s up on the Tecno Spark 40. In practice, real-world mobile speeds rarely saturate either ceiling — network infrastructure and signal quality are the dominant bottlenecks. However, the A07 4G′s higher theoretical ceiling can offer a modest advantage in congested networks or when transferring large files over mobile data.

The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G takes a narrow edge here on the strength of its superior cellular speeds, though this advantage will be imperceptible to the average user in typical conditions. For everything else in this group, the two phones are evenly matched — and the shared absence of NFC is the more consequential shared limitation for buyers who had hoped to use contactless payment features.

Miscellaneous:
has a video light
Has sapphire glass display
Has a curved display
Has an e-paper display

The Miscellaneous group offers nothing to separate these two devices. Every data point — the presence of a video light, and the absence of sapphire glass, a curved display, and an e-paper display — is identical across the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G and the Tecno Spark 40. This is a complete tie by every available measure in this category.

The shared video light (the rear flash doubling as a torch during video recording) is a standard budget-tier inclusion and carries no differentiating weight here. The absence of premium features like sapphire glass or a curved display is equally expected at this price point and affects neither phone more than the other.

There is no winner to declare. Based strictly on the provided data, this group contributes nothing to distinguish one phone from the other, and buyers should weigh the more substantive differences found in other spec categories when making their decision.

Comparison Summary & Verdict

After a thorough look at both devices, it is clear that each targets a slightly different user. The Samsung Galaxy A07 4G pulls ahead decisively in raw performance, powered by the more advanced Helio G99 chipset built on a 6nm process, delivering significantly higher Geekbench scores and faster RAM. It also offers more versatile camera features including slow-motion video, HDR mode, and a dual-lens setup. On the other hand, the Tecno Spark 40 wins on charging convenience with its 45W fast charging and included charger, a larger 5200 mAh battery, stereo speakers, and a superior IP64 water resistance rating. If performance and camera versatility matter most to you, the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G is the stronger pick. If you value faster charging, better audio, and tougher water protection, the Tecno Spark 40 delivers compelling everyday advantages.

Samsung Galaxy A07 4G
Buy Samsung Galaxy A07 4G if...

Buy the Samsung Galaxy A07 4G if you prioritize stronger processing performance, more advanced camera features like slow-motion and HDR, and faster LTE connectivity speeds.

Tecno Spark 40
Buy Tecno Spark 40 if...

Buy the Tecno Spark 40 if you want faster 45W charging with an included charger, stereo speakers, better IP64 water resistance, and a larger battery for longer daily use.