The Tecno Spark 6, launched in December 2020, is a budget smartphone that strikes a perfect balance between performance and affordability. The smartphone features a MediaTek Helio G70 chipset and operates on Android 10 with HiOS 7. Available in Dynamic Orange, Misty Violet, Ocean Blue, and Comet Black, the Spark 6 offers excellent camera capabilities and memory configurations along with other engaging features.
Key Specifications
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | December 2020 |
| Status | Available |
| Network | 2G / 3G / 4G / LTE |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano) |
| Display | IPS LCD, 480 nits (typ) brightness |
| Display Size | 6.8 inches (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1640 pixels, HD+ 20.5:9 ratio (~264 ppi density) |
| Operating System | Android 10, HiOS 7 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G70 (12 nm) |
| CPU cores | Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Graphics | Mali-G52 2EEMC2 |
| RAM | 4GB LPDDR4X |
| Internal Memory | 64GB, 128GB eMMC 5.1 |
| Card slot | Yes, up to 256GB |
| Main Camera | 16 MP f/1.8 (wide), AF, 2 MP (depth), 2 MP (macro), 0.08 MP AI Lens |
| Camera Features | Quad-LED Flash, HDR, Panorama |
| Video | 1440p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | 8 MP, HDR, Dual-LED flash |
| Selfie Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4GHz |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| NFC | No |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS |
| IR Port | No |
| FM Radio | Yes |
| USB Port | microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go (OTG) |
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Po (Non-removable) |
| Charging | 18W fast charging |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, ambient |
| Build | Glass front, Plastic Back |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 77.3 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | –g |
| Colors | Dynamic Orange, Misty Violet, Ocean Blue, Comet Black |
| Price | ₱6,490 – (4GB + 128GB) |
Detailed Product Description
Display
The Tecno Spark 6 boasts a 6.8-inch IPS LCD display with 480 nits brightness, delivering rich and crisp visuals with its HD+ resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels.
Performance and Operating System
The Spark 6 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G70 chipset alongside an octa-core CPU, ensuring a smooth and efficient performance. The device comes with the Android 10 operating system topped with HiOS 7.
Memory
This smartphone provides a 4GB LPDDR4X RAM and is available with two storage variants (64GB and 128GB eMMC 5.1). Users can further expand the storage up to 256GB via a microSD card slot.
Camera
The rear camera setup in the Spark 6 includes a 16 MP primary lens (wide), a 2 MP depth sensor, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 0.08 MP AI Lens, with features such as a quad-LED flash, HDR, and panorama. It supports 1440p video recording at 30fps. The front camera comprises an 8 MP lens with HDR and dual-LED flash, ideal for selfies and video calls.
Audio
The device includes a loudspeaker for quality sound output and a 3.5mm jack for audio devices.
Connectivity
The smartphone is equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz) and Bluetooth for connectivity, alongside A-GPS functionality. It also includes a microUSB 2.0 port with USB On-The-Go (OTG).
Battery
The Tecno Spark 6 is powered by a 5000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery and supports 18W fast charging.
Other Features
Other features include a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, an accelerometer, a proximity sensor, and an ambient light sensor. The phone’s build has a glass front and a plastic back.
Pricing
The 4GB + 128GB variant of the Tecno Spark 6 is priced at ₱6,490. Given its exceptional features and reasonable price tag, the Spark 6 makes for an attractive option among budget-conscious consumers.