The TECNO Spark 8P is a budget Android smartphone that was launched in mid-October 2021 and recently became available for purchase in Kenya.
The Spark 8P is the direct successor to the Spark 7P, another amazing smartphone announced in late April. The smartphone offers both upgraded and downgraded specs here and there, but still maintains certain highlights such as its clear display and impressive camera profile.
That said, here is an in-depth review of what the Spark 8P has to offer.
Key Specs of the TECNO Spark 8P
- Display Size: 6.6 inches
- Dimensions: 165.4 x 76 x 8.8mm
- RAM: 4GB
- Back Camera: 50+2MP
- Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
- Online Price in Kenya: Ksh. 19,999
If you are interested in the Spark 8P, you should also check out the Samsung Galaxy A22 (Ksh. 18,999).
Display
Display Size: 6.6 inches
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 1080 x 2408 pixels
Screen Resolution Density: 387 ppi
The TECNO Spark 8P sports a compact 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with 1080p resolution. An upgrade from its predecessor that was 6.8 inches with 720p resolution. However, the 90Hz refresh rating on the older model has been removed for this new version.
Design
Dimensions: 165.4 x 76 x 8.8mm
The Spark 8P is as gorgeous as its predecessor. It comes with a strikingly elegant design especially on the back with its trendy linear texture and slim body. Plus, the ‘STOP AT NOTHING’ logo at the back is quite good and gives the Spark 8P a level of uniqueness.
Performance
Operating System: Android 11
CPU: 2.3Ghz Octa-core
RAM: 4GB
Internal Storage: 64GB
Micro SD: Yes
The Spark 8P comes equipped with MediaTek’s Helio G35 and not the G70 as the Spark 7P, both an advantage and a disadvantage. The G70 has a higher RAM speed while the G35 on the other hand has a higher CPU speed.
To further break this down, let’s say you start an application on your device, RAM speed is responsible for how fast the application will load while CPU speed, is responsible for how smooth the application will run on your smartphone.
The Spark 8P packs 4GB RAM coupled up with 64GB internal storage and a Micro SD card slot that could handle up to 256GB of additional storage. It also runs Android 11 out of the box.
Camera
Rear Camera: 50+2MP
Front Camera: 8MP
LED Flash: Yes
Camera-wise, the Spark 8P is a major improvement and is definitely the unique selling proposition of the smartphone.
The device features a 50MP AI main camera paired perfectly with a 2MP portrait lens and an AI depth sensor. The model offers four LED flashes and an 8MP camera lens up front for selfies and video calls.
Battery
Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
A Li-Po 5000mAh battery keeps the lights on the TECNO Spark 8P.
Online Price in Kenya
Price in Kenya
The TECNO Spark 8P is available for purchase in smartphone outlets and has a suggested retail price of Ksh. 19,999.
Alfred Gitonga is a passionate tech news writer with a deep interest in smartphones and related technologies. He is a staff writer at Mobitrends.co.ke.
