TECNO has made great improvements to its Spark lineup with the release of the Spark 9 Series. Top of the new series is the Spark 9 Pro which you can pick up in a special BMW edition designed by the car company’s Designworks subsidiary.
In this article we’re comparing the Spark 8P from last year with this year’s Spark 9 Pro. Let’s see the improvements made to the new device including:
- A more powerful processor
- A better selfie camera
- New display technology
- Future proofing with USB Type-C
- And more.
Display:
The Spark 9 Pro features a 6.6-inch display that’s full HD. It may be 0.2-inches smaller than the Spark 8P, but it now supports 90Hz refresh rates. Meaning you’re in to enjoy smoother scrolling.
Cameras:
The Spark 9 Pro and Spark 8P have the same cameras at the back: a 50MP main camera, a 2MP depth sensor and and AI lens. However the Spark 9 Pro now has a 32MP selfie camera with a ring flash, compared to the Spark 8P’s 8MP selfie camera with dual flash LEDs.
Processor
The Spark 9 Pro is more powerful thanks to the Helio G85 processor included. Compared to the Helio G35 on the Spark 8P, this is a huge upgraded. You’re also getting a newer version of Android.
USB Type-C:
Both phones have a 5000mAh battery. However, the Spark 8P came with a boring MicroUSB port. The new Spark 9 Pro features a Type-C Port. Meaning, you’re not only future proofed, you’re also able to have one charger for everything.
All TECNO Spark 9 Pro vs Spark 8P Specifications:
| Spark 9 Pro | Spark 8P | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen 1080p resolution 90Hz refresh rate | 6.8-inch IPS LCD screen 1080 x 2408 Full HD Resolution |
| Back Cameras | 50 MP Triple camera 2MP depth AI Lens | 50 MP Triple camera 2MP depth VGA |
| Front Camera | 32MP Selfie Camera with Ring Flash | 8MP with Dual Flash |
| Processor | Helio G85 Processor | Helio G35 Processor |
| RAM | 4GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Memory | 128GB GB internal storage (expandable via microSD card) | 64/128GB GB internal storage (expandable via microSD card) |
| Operating System | Android 12, HiOS 78,6 | Android 11, HiOS 7.5 |
| Battery | 5,000mAh 18W Charging USB Type-C | 5,000mAh Micro USB |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE | 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, 3.5mm audio jack | Wi-Fi, USB Type-c, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Colour options | Quantum Black, Burano Blue, Holy White and Hacker Storm | Turquoise Cyan, Tahiti Gold, Atlantic Blue and Iris Purple |
| Others | Side-mounted Fingerprint Scanner, Face Unlock Dirac Stereo Sound | Rear Fingerprint Scanner, Face Unlock Dirac Stereo Sound |
