{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-spark-20c-vs-xiaomi-poco-c81/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T12:15:00+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Spark 20C vs Xiaomi Poco C81",
    "answer": "The Tecno Spark 20C is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 63 against 60 on our combined specification score. It leads on camera, memory & storage and value for money. The Xiaomi Poco C81 still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Tecno Spark 20C is the cheaper of the two at PKR 27,999 against PKR 34,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Tecno Spark 20C",
            "slug": "tecno-spark-20c",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-spark-20c/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-10-2026-10_31_34-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 27999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-10T05:45:03+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 31.8,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 37.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 62.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "November 2023",
                    "Dimensions": "163.69 × 75.60 × 8.55 mm",
                    "Weight": "189 g",
                    "Water resistance": "Not specified"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.6 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1612 pixels (267 PPI)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Not specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G36",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 HiOS 13"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB / 8GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP AI Camera PDAF Dual-LED Flash HDR Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8MP Dual-LED Flash",
                    "Video recording": "1080p @ 30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi Bands: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Side-mounted; Accelerometer; Proximity; Ambient Light; Compass; Face Unlock.",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco C81",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-c81",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-c81/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-10-2026-09_30_37-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 34999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-06-10T04:46:46+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 33,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 73.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 18.8,
                "value": 78.5,
                "overall": 59.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "April 23, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "171.6 x 79.5 x 8.2 mm",
                    "Weight": "208 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP52 dust and splash resistant."
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 x 1600 pixel",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD display 120Hz refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "Tempered Glass Protection"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T7250 (12nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core CPU: 2× Cortex-A75 @ 1.8GHz 6× Cortex-A55 @ 1.6GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 HyperOS 3 Up to 4 major Android upgrades promised by Xiaomi"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC card slot."
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "13 MP Wide Camera LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP Selfie Camera HDR Support",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "6300mAh, Non-removable Li-Po Battery",
                    "Wired charging": "15W Wired Fast Charging 7.5W Reverse Wired Charging (can charge other devices via cable)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM.",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-Band)",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.2",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Compass Virtual Proximity Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tecno-spark-20c",
        "margin": 3.1,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 31.8,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 33
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "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": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 79,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 74
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20c"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 62.8,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 73.8
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c81"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 37.5,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 18.8
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20c"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 100,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81": 78.5
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20c"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Spark 20C costs PKR 7,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Poco C81 packs a 1,300 mAh larger battery.",
        "Tecno Spark 20C charges 3W faster.",
        "Tecno Spark 20C offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Tecno Spark 20C ships with 64 GB more storage.",
        "Tecno Spark 20C has a 37 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco C81?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.1 points. It wins on camera, memory & storage and value for money. Xiaomi Poco C81 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 Tecno Spark 20C and Xiaomi Poco C81 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C is listed at PKR 27,999 and Xiaomi Poco C81 at PKR 34,999. That makes Tecno Spark 20C cheaper by PKR 7,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco C81?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C scores higher in our camera assessment. Tecno Spark 20C uses a 50 MP main sensor against 13 MP on Xiaomi Poco C81, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco C81?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 leads on battery. Tecno Spark 20C carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Poco C81 a 6300 mAh cell, with 18W and 15W wired charging respectively."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}