The Tecno Spark 20C, Tecno Spark 20, Tecno Spark 20 Pro and Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ are Android-based smartphones manufactured, released and marketed by Tecno Mobile as part of Tecno Spark 20 series. The devices serve as successors to the Tecno Spark 10 series.

Tecno Spark 20C
Tecno Spark 20
Tecno Spark 20 Pro
Tecno Spark 20 Pro+
BrandTecno Spark
ManufacturerTecno Mobile
TypePhablet
SloganSpark Your Goal
SeriesSpark 20
First released5 December 2023; 11 months ago (2023-12-05)
PredecessorTecno Spark 10
SuccessorTecno Spark 30
Compatible networks2G, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE
Form factorSlate
Dimensions
  • Spark 20C:
    163.7 mm (6.44 in) H
    75.6 mm (2.98 in) W
    8.6 mm (0.34 in) D
  • Spark 20:
    163.7 mm (6.44 in) H
    75.6 mm (2.98 in) W
    8.5 mm (0.33 in) D
  • Spark 20 Pro:
    168.6 mm (6.64 in) H
    76.6 mm (3.02 in) W
    8.4 mm (0.33 in) D
  • Spark 20 Pro+:
    164.7 mm (6.48 in) H
    75 mm (3.0 in) W
    7.6 mm (0.30 in) D
Operating system
System-on-chipSpark 20C: MediaTek Helio G36
Spark 20: MediaTek Helio G85
Spark 20 Pro: MediaTek Helio G99
Spark 20 Pro+: MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate
CPU
GPUPowerVR GE8320, Mali-G52 MC2, Mali-G57 MC2
Memory
  • Spark 20C and Spark 20: 4/8 GB RAM
  • Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+: 8 GB RAM
Storage
  • Spark 20C: 128 GB
  • Spark 20: 128/256 GB
  • Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+: 256 GB
Removable storagemicroSD
SIMnanoSIM
Battery5000 mAh
Charging18W, 33W
Rear camera
  • Spark 20C: 50 MP, (wide), 1/2.8", PDAF 0.08 MP (depth)
  • Spark 20: 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 0.64 μm, PDAF 0.08 MP (depth)
  • Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+: 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64 μm, PDAF 0.08 MP (depth)
Front camera
  • Spark 20C: 8 MP
  • Spark 20, Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+: 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Display
  • IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED, 720 × 1612, 1080 × 2460, 1080 × 2436
  • Spark 20C: 6.6 in (170 mm), (267 ppi), 90 Hz refresh rate
  • Spark 20: 6.6 in (170 mm), (267 ppi), 90 Hz refresh rate
  • Spark 20 Pro: 6.78 in (172 mm), (396 ppi), 120 hz refresh rate
  • Spark 20 Pro+: 6.78 in (172 mm), (393 ppi), 120 Hz refresh rate
External displayAlways on
SoundLoudspeaker, DTS stereo, 3.5mm Headphone jack
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
USB-C
Data inputsSensors:
Water resistanceIP53 water/dust resistance
ModelBG7n (Spark 20C)
KJ5 (Spark 20)
KJ6 (Spark 20 Pro)
KJ7 (Spark 20 Pro+)
WebsiteTecno Spark 20C
Tecno Spark 20
Tecno Spark 20 Pro
Tecno Spark 20 Pro+
References[1][2][3][4]

The Spark 20C, Spark 20, Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ are an upgraded version of the Spark 10 series, with improvements to the design, processor and display. The phone has received generally favorable reviews, with critics mostly noting the camera and the design.[5] Critics, however, criticized the lack of 5G connectivity and ultra-wide lens.[6][7]

Specifications

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Hardware

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The Spark 20C and Spark 20 feature a 720p resolution, while the Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ feature a 1080p resolution. The Spark 20C and the Spark 20 phones feature a display size of 6.6-inches, while the Spark 20 Pro and the Spark 20 Pro+ feature a display size of 6.78-inches. The Spark 20C comes with a MediaTek Helio G36 SoC; the Spark 20 comes with a MediaTek Helio G85 SoC; the Spark 20 Pro comes with a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC; and the Spark 20 Pro+ comes with a MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate SoC.

The Spark 20C and the Spark 20 come with 4/8 GB of RAM, while the Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ come with 8 GB of RAM. The Spark 20C comes with 128 GB of storage, the Spark 20 comes with 128/256 GB of storage, and the Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ come with 256 GB of storage.

All of the devices feature the ability to use a microSD. All the devices come with a battery capacity of 5000 mAh, with the Spark 20C and Spark 20 supporting fast charging at 18 watts, while the Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ support fast charging at 33 watts. The Spark 20C and Spark 20 feature a 50-megapixel main camera, while the Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ feature a 108-megapixel main camera. The Spark 20C features an 8-megapixel front camera, while the Spark 20, Spark 20 Pro and Spark 20 Pro+ feature a 32-megapixel front camera.[8][9][10][11]

Software

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The Spark 20C, Spark 20 and Spark 20 Pro run on Android 13 with HiOS 13.5, while the Spark 20 Pro+ runs on Android 14 with HiOS 13.6.[12][13][14]

The HiOS 13.5 and 14 versions come bundled with a slew of apps like memory anti-aging, memory slimming, EllaGPT and lighting multi-window, among others.[15][16]

Reception

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Audu Baba praised the Spark 20 for its display, performance and speaker, while noting that the device is separated from the predecessor, the Spark 10, due to its "processor and improved selfie experience." However, the lack of 1080p resolution was criticized.[17]

Salman Khan from World Affairs Insider praised the Spark 20 Pro+ for its design, IP53 rating and display, while noting that the phone "emerges as a device that seamlessly blends innovation with user-friendly features".[18]

Ayorinde Ayodeji from Faqontech praised the Spark 20 for its selfie camera, while noting that the device "emerges as a well-rounded device, combining commendable processor performance with an upgraded camera system". However, the lack of wireless charging was criticized.[19]

Vincenz Lee from Gadget Match praised the Spark 20 Pro+ for its display, speakers and design. However, criticism was directed at the lack of an ultra-wide lens and a more powerful chipset dedicated to 5G and gaming.[6]

References

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  1. ^ "SPARK 20C - TECNO Mobile". Tecno.
  2. ^ "SPARK 20 - TECNO Mobile". Tecno.
  3. ^ "SPARK 20 Pro - TECNO Mobile". Tecno.
  4. ^ "SPARK 20 Pro+ - TECNO Mobile". Tecno.
  5. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ is now in the hands of top tech reviewers". Gadgetsleo. 3 January 2024. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  6. ^ a b Lee, Vincenz (8 January 2024). "A TECNO SPARK 20 Pro+ review: Pro+ffordable". GadgetMatch. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  7. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Review". Allround Review. 4 December 2023. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  8. ^ "Tecno Spark 20C - Full phone specifications". GSMArena. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  9. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 - Full phone specifications". GSMArena. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  10. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Pro - Full phone specifications". GSMArena. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  11. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ - Full phone specifications". GSMArena. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  12. ^ "TECNO Spark 20C Specifications and Price in Kenya". Techweez. 1 December 2023. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  13. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Pro and Pro+: Specifications, Price in Nigeria". Okay. 4 January 2024. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  14. ^ "Tecno Spark 20 Specifications, Comparison and Features". Phonebunch. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  15. ^ "TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G Launched in India". Giz Arena. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  16. ^ "Specs and price of Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G in Nigeria". Sellatease. 25 September 2023. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  17. ^ Baba, Audu (30 November 2023). "Tecno Camon 20 Premier Review - Finally!". YouTube. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  18. ^ Khan, Salman (29 December 2023). "A Comprehensive Review of Tecno Spark 20 Pro+". World Affairs Insider. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  19. ^ Ayodeji, Ayorinde (8 December 2023). "A Tecno Spark 20 Review: Best Budget-Friendly Smartphone". Faqontech. Retrieved 10 January 2024.