Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
191 g |
| thickness |
8.55 mm |
| width |
75.6 mm |
| height |
163.7 mm |
| volume |
105.812406 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Tecno Spark 30C features a water-resistant design with an IP54 rating, offering some protection against dust and splashes. Its dimensions include a height of 163.7 mm, a width of 75.6 mm, and a thickness of 8.55 mm, making it relatively slim. The device weighs 191 g, contributing to a total volume of 105.81 cm³. Notably, the phone does not have a rugged build or a foldable design, but its water resistance adds durability for everyday use.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.67" |
| pixel density |
263 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1600 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
500 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Tecno Spark 30C features a 6.67″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px, delivering a pixel density of 263 ppi. The screen supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate for fluid interactions, while the brightness typically reaches 500 nits for decent visibility in most lighting conditions. The display does not have branded damage-resistant glass, HDR10, or Dolby Vision support, but it is a responsive touch screen without an Always-On Display or a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
262145 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| GPU name |
Mali G52 MP2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1391 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
420 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1300 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
350 |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
1800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| maximum amount of external memory supported |
1024GB |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
13.41 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
0.3 MB |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU execution units |
2 |
| GPU turbo |
950 MHz |
| number of transistors |
5500 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| shading units |
32 |
| turbo clock speed |
2GHz |
| L3 cache |
1 MB |
The Tecno Spark 30C is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset, featuring a combination of 2 x 2 GHz and 6 x 1.8 GHz CPU cores with 8 threads, paired with 8GB of RAM running at 1800 MHz. The device offers 256GB of internal storage and supports external memory expansion up to 1TB. Its performance is supported by integrated graphics (Mali G52 MP2) and a GPU turbo clocked at 950 MHz. It also provides an impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of 262,145 and Geekbench 6 multi-core result of 1,391, making it capable of handling multitasking and moderate gaming with ease.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✓ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| 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 |
✓ |
| 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 |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Tecno Spark 30C features a 50 MP main camera capable of capturing detailed photos with phase-detection autofocus for sharp shots. It supports video recording at 1080p resolution at 30 fps, along with continuous autofocus for smooth filming. The camera also includes a dual-tone LED flash with one flash LED and offers manual controls for exposure, ISO, and white balance, giving users greater flexibility in photography. The 8 MP front camera is equipped with a wide aperture of f/2, but lacks a front-facing flash.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| 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 |
✕ |
The Tecno Spark 30C runs on Android 14, offering a range of privacy and customization features. Users can enjoy location privacy options and camera/microphone access controls, alongside a suite of convenience features like theme customization and dark mode. The device supports split screen for multitasking, PiP for watching videos while using other apps, and full-page screenshots. Additionally, it includes tools such as media picker, notification controls, and offline voice recognition, enhancing overall functionality.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
18W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| Has an ultra power-saving mode |
✓ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Tecno Spark 30C is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery that supports fast charging at 18W, ensuring quick power replenishment. The device includes a rechargeable, non-removable battery and features a battery level indicator to keep track of power status. While wireless charging is not supported, the phone offers an ultra power-saving mode for extended use when the battery is low. Additionally, a charger is included with the device for convenience.
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 |
✕ |
The device offers a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired headphones and is equipped with stereo speakers for immersive sound. However, it does not support advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, there is no FM radio support.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2024 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
100 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| 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 |
✕ |
This device supports dual SIM cards and features an external memory slot for expandable storage. It also offers modern connectivity options such as USB Type-C and Wi-Fi. Additional features include GPS, a gyroscope, and an infrared sensor, but it lacks 5G support, NFC, and several other advanced tracking or sensor technologies.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced photo and video capabilities, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.