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Tecno Spark 3#3879

Released: 2019

Tecno Spark 3

Overall Score

37.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3879)37.8
Performance(#4765)55.9
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4064)26.6
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#5936)36.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Tecno Spark 3

Short Review

  • The Tecno Spark 3 features a plastic build with a glass front, available in multiple colors including Midnight Black and Champagne Gold.
  • It sports a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1500 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 268 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 chipset, paired with a quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera is a 13 MP unit capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The device is powered by a 3500 mAh battery, which does not support fast charging or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 9.0 (Pie) with HIOS 5.0, it offers a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
  • The phone also retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Tecno Spark 3 is designed for basic functionality with essential features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1500 pixels (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSD

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions155.3 x 75.8 x 8.2 mm (6.11 x 2.98 x 0.32 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMidnight Black, Champagne Gold, Aqua Blue, Bordeaux Red
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), HIOS 5.0
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity