{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tcl-40-se-vs-tecno-spark-20p/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T07:17:35+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "TCL 40 SE vs Tecno Spark 20P",
    "answer": "The Tecno Spark 20P is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 69 against 61 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance and value for money. The TCL 40 SE still wins on memory & storage, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Tecno Spark 20P is the cheaper of the two at PKR 29,999 against PKR 36,800.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "TCL 40 SE",
            "slug": "tcl-40-se",
            "brand": "TCL Mobiles",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tcl-mobiles/tcl-40-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-25-2026-12_19_08-PM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 36800,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-25T07:27:46+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 30.6,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 63,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 43.8,
                "value": 73.8,
                "overall": 60.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 5, 2023 (global launch)",
                    "Dimensions": "167.9 × 76.5 × 8.45 mm",
                    "Weight": "190 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No Ip Rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.75 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (HD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD (NXTVISION) 90 Hz",
                    "Protection": "standard strengthened glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 with TCL UI 5.0"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB or 6 GB options",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB or 256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (expandable)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Main: 50 MP Macro: 2 MP Depth: 2 MP",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable)5010 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM (dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "802.11 a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Side-mounted Accelerometer, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Tecno Spark 20P",
            "slug": "tecno-spark-20p",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-spark-20p/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-10-2026-11_34_48-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 29999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-11T04:46:08+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 56,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 37.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 68.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "June 2024",
                    "Dimensions": "163.7 × 75.6 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Not officially confirmed",
                    "Water resistance": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.6-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1612 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G85",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 2 × Cortex-A76 at 2.2 GHz + 6 × Cortex-A55 at 2.0 GHz",
                    "GPU": "ARM Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 HiOS 13.5"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB LPDDR4X",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB eMMC",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP + 0.08 MP PDAF Dual-LED Flash HDR, Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP Dual-LED HDR",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby (Dual SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Dual-Band Wi-Fi",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.2",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), Accelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light, Compass, Magnetometer, Face Unlock.",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tecno-spark-20p",
        "margin": 8.2,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 30.6,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 56
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20p"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 79,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 79
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 63,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 62.8
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 87,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 43.8,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 37.5
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 73.8,
                    "tecno-spark-20p": 100
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20p"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Spark 20P costs PKR 6,801 less.",
        "TCL 40 SE packs a 10 mAh larger battery.",
        "TCL 40 SE offers 2 GB more RAM."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, TCL 40 SE or Tecno Spark 20P?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20P comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 8.2 points. It wins on performance and value for money. TCL 40 SE can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of TCL 40 SE and Tecno Spark 20P in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE is listed at PKR 36,800 and Tecno Spark 20P at PKR 29,999. That makes Tecno Spark 20P cheaper by PKR 6,801. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, TCL 40 SE or Tecno Spark 20P?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20P is the stronger gaming phone here. TCL 40 SE runs the MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm) while Tecno Spark 20P runs the MediaTek Helio G85."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}