{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-spark-20c-vs-xiaomi-poco-m8/",
    "generated": "2026-08-10T19:39:16+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Spark 20C vs Xiaomi Poco M8",
    "answer": "The Tecno Spark 20C is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 63 against 59 on our combined specification score. It leads on memory & storage and value for money. The Xiaomi Poco M8 still wins on performance, 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 46,999.",
    "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 M8",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-m8",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-m8/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-15-2026-11_23_45-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 46999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-02-15T06:32:56+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 37.8,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 60.4,
                "overall": 59.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 8, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "164 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "178 g",
                    "Water resistance": "Not Certified"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.74 Inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 x 1600 Pixels (~260 PPI)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G85",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G52 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 ( HyperOS 2.0 )"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD Card (Dedicated Slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Dual Camera Setup 50 MP (Main) 0.08 MP (Auxiliary Lens) LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "5000 mAh (Non-removable)",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, Dual Standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Accelerometer Proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tecno-spark-20c",
        "margin": 3.2,
        "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-m8": 37.8
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8"
            },
            {
                "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-m8": 79
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "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-m8": 62.8
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-20c": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 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-m8": 31.3
                },
                "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-m8": 60.4
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-20c"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Spark 20C costs PKR 19,000 less.",
        "Tecno Spark 20C offers 2 GB more RAM."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco M8?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.2 points. It wins on memory & storage and value for money. Xiaomi Poco M8 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 M8 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 20C is listed at PKR 27,999 and Xiaomi Poco M8 at PKR 46,999. That makes Tecno Spark 20C cheaper by PKR 19,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Spark 20C or Xiaomi Poco M8?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8 is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Spark 20C runs the MediaTek Helio G36 while Xiaomi Poco M8 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/)."
}