Tecno Spark 9
{{short description|Tecno Spark 9 series smartphone}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=June 2022}}
{{Infobox mobile phone
| name = Tecno Spark 9T
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
| image = Back of Spark 9 Pro.png
| imagesize =
| alt =
| caption = Back of Tecno Spark 9 Pro
| brand = Tecno Spark
| manufacturer = Tecno Mobile
| slogan = Spark Your Selfie
| series = Spark 9
| modelnumber = KH6 (Spark 9T)
KH7 (Spark 9 Pro)
| released = {{Start date and age|2022|06|06|df=yes}}
| available =
| unitssold =
| predecessor = Tecno Spark 8
| successor = Tecno Spark 10
| related =
| type = Phablet
| form = Slate
| size = Spark 9T:
{{convert|164.3 x 75.6 x 8.7|mm|in|abbr=on}}
Spark 9 Pro:
{{convert|164.2 x 75.6 x 8.4|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| os = Android 12 with HiOS 8.6
| soc = Spark 9T: MediaTek Helio G37
Spark 9 Pro: MediaTek Helio G85
| cpu = Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55), Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
| gpu = PowerVR GE8320, Mali-G52 MC2
| memory = Spark 9T: {{val|4|ul=Gigabyte{{!}}GB}} RAM
Spark 9 Pro: 4/6 GB RAM
| storage = Spark 9T: 64/128 GB
Spark 9 Pro: 128 GB
| memory_card = microSD
| sim = nanoSIM
| battery = {{val|5000|u=mAh}}
| charging = (18W for Spark 9 Pro)
| input = {{plainlist|
}}
| display = {{ubl
|720 x 1600 720p, 1080 x 2460 1080p IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen
|Spark 9T: 6.6 in (164.3 mm), ({{val|266|u=ppi}})
|Spark 9 Pro: 6.6 in (164.2 mm), ({{val|407|u=ppi}})
}}
| rear_camera = {{plainlist|
- Spark 9T: 13 MP, (wide), AF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
- Spark 9 Pro: 50 MP, f/1.6, 27mm (wide), PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.5, (depth) + QVGA, f/2.0
}}
All: Quad LED flash, HDR, panorama, 1080p@30fps
Video: 1080p@30fps
| front_camera = 32MP, (wide)
All: Dual-LED flash, 1080p@30fps
| sound = 3.5mm Headphone jack
| connectivity = Bluetooth 5.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
USB 2.0
USB-C
USB On-The-Go
| website = {{URL|https://www.tecno-mobile.com/phones/product-detail/product/spark-9-pro/#/|Tecno Spark 9 Pro}}
}}
Tecno Spark 9T and Tecno Spark 9 Pro are Android-based smartphones manufactured, released and marketed by Tecno Mobile as part of Tecno Spark 9 series. The devices serve as successors to Tecno Spark 8 series.
The Spark 9T and Spark 9 Pro is an upgraded version of Spark 8 series, coming with different features, including the processor, camera and design. The phone has received generally favorable reviews, with critics mostly noting the design and the selfie camera. Critics, however, criticized the lack of higher refresh rate in the Spark 9 Pro.{{Cite web|url=https://www.dignited.com/96392/tecno-spark-9-pro-vs-spark-8-spec-and-features-comparison|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Vs Spark 8: Spec and Features Comparison|last=Emmanuel
|first=Moses Temidayo|date=17 June 2022|work=Dignited|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.naijatechguide.com/2022/06/tecno-spark-9-pro.html|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Specs, Price, and Best Deals|last=Okafor|first=Paschal|date=8 June 2022|work=NaijaTechGuide|access-date=23 June 2022}}
Specifications
=Hardware=
The Spark 9T feature a 720p resolution with an 20:9 aspect ratio, while the Spark 9 Pro feature a 1080p resolution with an 20:9 aspect ratio. Both phones feature a display size of 6.6-inches. Spark 9T comes with a MediaTek Helio G37 SoC, while the Spark 9 Pro comes with a MediaTek Helio G85 SoC.{{Cite web|url=https://gsmarena.com/tecno_spark_9t_brings_helio_g37_soc_and_5000_mah_battery-news-54728.php|title=Tecno Spark 9T brings Helio G37 SoC and 5,000 mAh battery|work=GSMArena|date=20 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/technology/tecno-spark-9t-launched-with-mediatek-g37-soc-5000-mah-battery-and-90hz-display-8711281.html|title=Tecno Spark 9T launched with MediaTek G37 SoC, 5,000 mAh battery and 90Hz display|work=Moneycontrol|date=20 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}} The Spark 9T comes with 4 GB of RAM, while the Spark 9 Pro comes with 4/6 GB of RAM. Spark 9T comes with 64/128 GB storage, while Spark 9 Pro comes with 128 GB storage. All of the device feature the ability to use a microSD.{{Cite web|url=https://pragativadi.com/tecno-spark-9-pro-unveiled-with-32-megapixel-selfie-camera-price-specification|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Unveiled With 32-Megapixel Selfie Camera: Price & Specification|last=Sahoo|first=Pradeep|work=Pragativadi|date=3 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://techblet.com/tecno-spark-9-pro-specs-price|title=TECNO Spark 9 and Spark 9 Pro specs and Price in Nigeria|work=Techblet|date=11 March 2022 |access-date=23 June 2022}} Both devices come with a battery capacity of 5000 mAh, with the Spark 9 Pro supporting fast charging of 18 watt.{{Cite web|url=https://www.themobileindian.com/news/tecno-spark-9-pro-announced-with-mediatek-helio-g85-soc-5000-mah-battery|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro announced with MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, 5000 mAh battery|last=Meenu|first=Rana|date=6 June 2022|work=The Mobile Indian|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://mobility.com.ng/tecno-spark-9-pro-specs-price-in-nigeria|title=TECNO Spark 9 Pro: Specs & Price in Nigeria|work=Mobility Nigeria|date=2 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}} Spark 9T feature a dual rear camera with a 13-megapixel main camera and 2-megapixel depth, while the Spark 9 Pro feature also feature a dual rear camera but with a 50-megapixel main camera and 2-megapixel depth. Both devices feature a 32-megapixel front camera.{{Cite web|url=https://gsmarena.com/tecno_spark_9t-11631.php|title=Tecno Spark 9T|work=GSMArena|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://gsmarena.com/tecno_spark_9_pro-11603.php|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro|work=GSMArena|access-date=23 June 2022}}
=Software=
Both devices run on Android 12, with HiOS 8.6. The HiOS 8.6 features Photo video, Camera pro mode, RAM extension and Smart scenes.{{Cite web|url=https://www.rprna.com/electronics/phones/transsion-tecno-released-official-version-of-hios-8-6-system-android-12|title=TRANSSION TECNO released official version of HiOS 8.6 system [Android 12]|work=Rprna|date=16 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://mobilityarena.com/tecno-spark-9-pro|title=TECNO Spark 9 Pro – Complete Specifications, Features|work=Mobility Arena|date=9 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}}
Reception
Tech Arena24 praised the Spark 9 Pro for its selfie camera and display while noting that the device has "a beautiful design". However, the lack of higher refresh rate was criticized.{{Cite web|url=https://techarena24.com/tecno-spark-9-pro-review|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Review: The budget phone you should consider|publisher=Tech Arena24|date=16 June 2022|access-date=23 June 2022}}
Ak Fred Fred praised the Spark 9 Pro for its design and selfie camera while noting that "the fingerprint scanner is fast and responsive all the time". He however criticized the device for the lack of dual speaker for "a better sound experience".{{cite web|url=https://youtube.com/watch?v=1XfZVD4XEKI|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Unboxing and Review|date=14 June 2022|last=Fred|first=Ak Fred|accessdate=23 June 2022|publisher=YouTube}}
Izzy Boye praised the Spark 9 Pro for its design, storage and processor. However, the lack of stereo speakers and higher refresh rate was criticized.{{cite web|url=https://youtube.com/watch?v=DQAPRdbbnKs|title=Tecno Spark 9 Pro Unboxing and Review|date=11 June 2022|last=Boye|first=Izzy|accessdate=23 June 2022|publisher=YouTube}}
Eugoson Quorch praised the Spark 9T for its design, USB-C port and higher refresh rate compared to the Spark 9 Pro, while noting that "the selfie camera is the unique selling point of the smartphone".{{cite web|url=https://youtube.com/watch?v=rI4OdsqzCUU|title=Tecno Spark 9T Unboxing & Review- A mirror !|date=12 June 2022|last=Quorch|first=Eugoson|accessdate=23 June 2022|publisher=YouTube}}