Tecno Spark 12 vs Tecno Spark 20
A spec-by-spec comparison of the Tecno Spark 12 and the Tecno Spark 20, taken from their full specification sheets. Green marks the better value in each measured row.
Head to head
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Our rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 44W | 18W |
| RAM (max) | — | 8 GB |
| Storage (max) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Screen size | 6.7 in | 6.6 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP |
| Released | Jul 2026 | Dec 2023 |
Summary: Tecno Spark 12 is ahead on our rating, wired charging, screen size, refresh rate. Tecno Spark 20 is ahead on storage (max).
Display
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz | IPS LCD, 90Hz |
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 720 x 1612 pixels (HD+) |
| Protection | Not specified | — |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 20.2:9 |
| Pixel Density | — | ~267 ppi |
Platform
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| OS | Android 14, HiOS 14 | Android 13, HIOS 13 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Memory
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | — |
| Internal Storage | 128 GB | — |
| Card Slot | Yes, dedicated microSDXC | — |
| Card slot | — | microSDXC |
| Internal | — | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM (with 8GB extended virtual RAM) |
Main Camera
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Modules | Dual | — |
| Primary | 64 MP | — |
| Features | PDAF, Dual LED Flash | Dual-LED flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1440p@30fps |
| Single | — | 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 0.64µm, PDAF |
Selfie Camera
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Primary | 16 MP | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | — | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
| Features | — | LED flash |
Battery
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Type | Li-Po, non-removable | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | — |
| Charging | 44W wired, Fast Charging | 18W wired |
Body
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Dimensions | Not specified | 163.7 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | Not specified | Not specified |
| Build | Not specified | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Colors | Black, Blue, White | Gravity Black, Cyber White, Neon Gold, Magic Skin 2.0 (Blue) |
| SIM | — | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| IP Rating | — | IP53, dust and splash resistant |
Comms
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | Not specified | 5.2 |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS | GPS |
| NFC | Yes | No |
| Radio | FM Radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C, USB On-The-Go | USB Type-C, OTG |
Launch
| Tecno Spark 12 | Tecno Spark 20 |
|---|
| Announced | Rumored | 2023, December 01 |
| Status | Upcoming | Available |
Frequently asked questions
Which has the smoother screen, Tecno Spark 12 or Tecno Spark 20?
Tecno Spark 12 — 120 Hz for the Tecno Spark 12 versus 90 Hz for the Tecno Spark 20.
Which is newer, Tecno Spark 12 or Tecno Spark 20?
Tecno Spark 12 — Jul 2026 for the Tecno Spark 12 versus Dec 2023 for the Tecno Spark 20.
Is the Tecno Spark 12 or the Tecno Spark 20 rated higher?
We rate the Tecno Spark 12 8/10 and the Tecno Spark 20 7/10.
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