{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-spark-20c-vs-xiaomi-poco-m7/",
    "generated": "2026-08-10T17:48:27+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Spark 20C vs Xiaomi Poco M7",
    "answer": "The Tecno Spark 20C and the Xiaomi Poco M7 finish within three points of each other on our combined specification score, so neither is a clear winner. Xiaomi Poco M7 leads on performance. The Tecno Spark 20C is the cheaper of the two at PKR 27,999 against PKR 39,999.",
    "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 M7",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-m7",
            "brand": "Xiaomi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/xiaomi/xiaomi-poco-m7/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Xiaomi-Poco-M7-Ocean-Blue-Display.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 39999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-12-29T05:10:46+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 34,
                "camera": 82,
                "battery": 64.7,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 37.5,
                "value": 72,
                "overall": 61.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "2025 (expected Pakistan launch date TBD)",
                    "Dimensions": "171.9 × 77.8 × 8.2 mm",
                    "Weight": "204 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.88 in",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1640 pixels (~260 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Standard (no Gorilla Glass specified)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×1.95 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 613",
                    "Operating system": "Android 14 with HyperOS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6 GB / 8 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP wide (single)",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP wide",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po 5160 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band\"",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": null,
        "margin": 1.3,
        "decisive": false,
        "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-m7": 34
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m7"
            },
            {
                "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-m7": 82
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m7"
            },
            {
                "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-m7": 64.7
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m7": 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-m7": 37.5
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "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-m7": 72
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20c"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Spark 20C costs PKR 12,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Poco M7 packs a 160 mAh larger battery."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco M7?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C and Xiaomi Poco M7 finish within a few points of each other, so neither is a clear winner on paper. Pick the one that leads in the category you care about most."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Tecno Spark 20C and Xiaomi Poco M7 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C is listed at PKR 27,999 and Xiaomi Poco M7 at PKR 39,999. That makes Tecno Spark 20C cheaper by PKR 12,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco M7?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M7 scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco M7?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M7 is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Spark 20C runs the MediaTek Helio G36 while Xiaomi Poco M7 runs the Qualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}