The TECNO Spark 9 Pro is a budget Android smartphone that was launched in June 2022 and recently became available for purchase in Kenya. The device is the latest entry to the Spark series and is mainly targeted at young Gen Z selfie enthusiasts.
The Spark 9 Pro offers a decent technical profile with highlights on its 50MP camera setup, 90Hz display, and Helio G85 SoC. That said, here’s a look at what the Spark 9 Pro has to offer.
Key Specs of the TECNO Spark 9 Pro
- Display Size: 6.6-inch
- Dimensions: 164.2 x 75.6 x 8.4mm
- RAM: 4GB
- Back Camera: 50+2+2MP
- Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
- Price in Kenya: Ksh. 20,999
Display
Display Size: 6.6-inch
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 1080 X 2460 pixels
Screen Resolution Density: 407 ppi
The TECNO Spark 9 Pro boasts a large 6.6-inch IPS LCD waterdrop notch panel with 1080p resolution. The screen brings back the 90Hz refresh rate enabling a better visual experience, smoother scrolling, and more sensitive touch feedback for gaming and watching videos.
Design
Dimensions: 164.2 x 75.6 x 8.4mm
The Spark 9 Pro comes with a fresh appearance with the industry-popular right-angled edge and an 8.42mm slim body. The unique shiny texture mosaic at the back also creates a stylish look and feels silky to the hands.
On top of that, the Spark 9 Pro keeps TECNO’s Galaxy Dual ring signature lens, where the triple camera is set up on the iconic design of the futuristic dual ring.
Performance
Operating System: Android 12
CPU: 2.0Ghz Octa-core
RAM: 4GB
Internal Storage: 128GB
Micro SD: Yes
A 2.0Ghz Octa-core processor powers the Spark 9 Pro coupled up with either 4GB/6GB of RAM. As a gaming-grade chipset, the Helio G85 delivers impressively smooth performance while playing standard games such as Candy Crush Saga as well as heavy-duty games like PUBG.
Storage-wise, you get 128GB of internal memory and a microSD card slot to expand memory to your liking. The TECNO Spark 9 Pro comes running Android 12 out of the box.
Camera
Rear Camera: 50+2+2MP
Front Camera: 32MP
LED Flash: Yes
The TECNO Spark 9 Pro sports a 50MP triple camera setup with a 2MP depth lens and a 2MP AI lens. Upfront, you get a 32MP sensor for selfies and video calls.
In terms of software, the Spark 9 Pro comes with Super Night Mode 3.0 with AI Scene Light Detection. The feature appropriately brightens your image making it both clear and natural even in dark environments.
Battery
Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
Keeping the lights on the Spark 9 Pro is a Li-Po 5000mAh battery supporting 18W fast charging. It should last a day or two depending on the usage.
Online Price in Kenya
Price in Kenya
The TECNO Spark 9 Pro is available for purchase in Kenya and it goes for as suggested retail price of Ksh. 20,899.
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.
