TECNO Spark 5 is the latest Spark series release that will very soon be launched in several African markets. The TECNO Spark 5 succeeds the TECNO Spark 4 with a bunch of improvements and new features on the Smartphone.
Among the new features, a punch-hole display bumps in to deliver full display on a 6.6-inch screen size with a 720 * 1600 pixels resolution. Likewise, the non-removable battery is a big 5000mAh standard capable of delivering more uptime on a single charge.
The TECNO Spark 5 octa-core processor powers Android 10 which is the latest version, and runs on HiOS 6.1 custom TECNO Software. The processor is further powered by 2GB RAM, and 32GB base storage.
With connection support of up to 4G LTE, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a quad rear setup featuring a 13MP main, 2MP, 2MP, and AI Lens Cameras powered by a quad-LED flash, the front Punch-hole notch houses a lone 8MP selfie camera.
Hence, the Spark 5 is a major upgrade compared to the Spark 4, Spark 3, and Spark 2 releases. Nonetheless, here is a scent of the device’s full specifications we know for now.
TECNO Spark 5 Specifications
| Announced | May 2020 |
| Processor | Octa Core MediaTek helio |
| Operating System | Android 10, HiOS 6.1 |
| Network | 2G/3G/4G LTE |
| Display | 6.6 Inch Screen, Punch hole display |
| Rear Camera | 13MP + 2MP +2MP + AI with quad flash |
| Front Camera | 8MP with dual flash |
| Storage | 32GB |
| RAM | 2GB |
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| Available Colors | Misty Grey, Vacation Blue, Ice Jadeite, Spark Orange |
The TECNO Spark 5 Price Tag
At the moment, the Spark 5 is expected to be available in Ghana first at a price tag of GHS 720 converting to approximately $125, this means, the TECNO Spark 5 may cost around UGX 475,000 in Uganda, KES 13,255 in Kenya, NGN 48,746 in Nigeria, and RWF 117,152 in Rwanda.
With a bezzeless design, the Spark 5 will be one of those mid-range releases that match a user’s style and fashion. With an affordable price tag of $125 for the base Spark 5, the Smartphone comes with a lite version codenamed the Spark 5 Air.
Once we receive a unit of the Smartphone which is expected to be available by mid-June, we shall share what the device has to offer in a detailed review.