The Tecno Spark 9 is a budget smartphone that is expected to be released at the end of July. It boasts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a refresh rate of 90Hz, and runs on Android 12 and HIOS 8.6 OS. The device is powered by an Octa-Core Mediatek MT6765V/CB Helio G37 processor and comes in 3, 4 and 8GB RAM options with 64GB and 128GB storage options.

Tecno Spark 9 Price in Kenya and Key Specs

Price	KSh15,499
Perfomance	Mediatek MT6765V/CB Helio G37 (12 nm)
Camera	13 MP + Unspecified
Display Size	6.6 Inches
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh
Storage	64 GB
Memory	4 GB RAM

Tecno Spark 9 price in Kenya is KSh15,499. This is the 4GB RAM / 64GB internal storage variant of the Spark 9 which is available in Infinity Black and Sky Mirror.

Tecno Spark 9 Specifications

NETWORK

• Technology – GSM / HSPA / LTE
• 2G bands – GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
• 3G bands – HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
• 4G bands – LTE
• Speed – HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE

LAUNCH

• Announced – 2022, July 18
• Status – Available, Released 2022, August

BODY

• Dimensions – 164.6 x 76 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
• SIM – Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

The Tecno Spark 9 features a water drop notch at the front and a dual camera setup at the rear. The body of the device is made of plastic with a glass front, and features rounded edges and flat surfaces. The device has a thickness of 9mm, making it a bit bulkier than other smartphones on the market. However, its dimensions and 6.6-inch screen make it a suitable device for those who prefer larger screens.

DISPLAY

• Type – IPS LCD, 90Hz
• Size – 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~84.1% screen-to-body ratio)
• Resolution – 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~266 ppi density)

The 6.6-inch display on the Tecno Spark 9 is made of IPS LCD with a refresh rate of 90Hz. The resolution is 720 x 1600 pixels with a 20:9 ratio and a density of 266 ppi. The display is not the brightest on the market, but it is suitable for content consumption and normal use that requires a smooth user interface.

PLATFORM

• OS – Android 12, HIOS 8.6
• Chipset – Mediatek MT6765V/CB Helio G37 (12 nm)
• CPU – Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
• GPU – PowerVR GE8320

The Tecno Spark 9 comes in 3 variants in terms of memory space: 3GB RAM and 64GB internal memory, 4GB RAM and 64GB internal memory, and 6GB RAM and 128GB internal memory. This memory space is sufficient for efficient running of operations and storing of the users’ content. The device runs on the latest Android 12, HIOS 8.6 Operating System and is powered by a Mediatek MT6765V/CB Helio G37 chipset, supported by an Octa-core CPU and PowerVR GE8320. The device’s CPU is powerful and optimizes battery usage. However, it is not the best device for playing video games and serious gamers should consider a device with superior specifications.

MEMORY

• Card slot – microSDXC
• Internal – 64GB ROM 4GB RAM

MAIN CAMERA

• Dual – 13 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF
• Unspecified secondary camera
• Features – Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR
• Video – [email protected]

The Tecno Spark 9 features a dual camera setup on the back, consisting of a 13 MP primary camera with a wide 27mm lens and an f/1.9 aperture. The camera also has autofocus and is accompanied by an unspecified secondary camera. The dual-LED flash, panorama, and HDR features to enhance the quality of the pictures taken. Users can also record 1080p videos at 30 frames per second.

SELFIE CAMERA

• Single 8 MP, (wide)
• Features – LED flash
• Video – Yes

On the front of the device is a single 8 MP selfie camera with a wide lens. This camera is equipped with an LED flash to enhance the quality of the pictures taken in low-light conditions. Users can also record videos with this camera.

SOUND

• Loudspeaker – Yes
• 3.5mm jack – Yes

COMMS

• WLAN – Yes
• Bluetooth – Yes
• GPS – Yes, with A-GPS
• NFC – No
• Radio – FM radio
• USB – microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go

FEATURES

• Sensors – Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

BATTERY

• Type – Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

The device is powered by a 5,000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery. It does not come with a fast charger, but it can be purchased separately. The device has a normal Micro USB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.

MISC

• Colors – Infinity Black, Sky Mirror

TheTecno Spark 9 is a budget smartphone that offers a large 6.6-inch display, and runs on the latest Android OS. It’s available in different variants of RAM and storage options, with a powerful Octa-Core processor. If this is what you are looking for a smartphone, we advice you to buy the phone only on gadgets Leo