The Tecno Spark 8 is the latest addition to Tecno’s growing smartphone portfolio in Kenya. The Spark 8 is the successor to the Spark 7 series that we reviewed a few months back. The Spark 8 is available in Kenya starting from Ksh 12,700 on Jumia.
With the launch of the Tecno Spark 8, the company hopes to capture the entry-level market segment that has not seen much action this year.
Below are the key specifications of the Tecno Spark 8.
Tecno Spark 8 Specifications
| Specs | Tecno Spark 8 Specifications | |
| Body | Dimensions | 160 x 77.25 x 9.3 mm |
| Weight | – | |
| SIM | Dual Nano SIM | |
| Display | Size | 6.5 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 90Hz | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | |
| Platform | Operating System | Android 11, HiOS 7.6 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P22 | |
| CPU | ||
| GPU | Mali-400 MP | |
| Storage | Internal space | 2 GB RAM, 64 GB storage |
| MicroSD card Slot | Yes | |
| Camera | Rear Facing Camera | 16 MP Main sensor + VGA |
| Features | Quad-LED flash | |
| Video Recording | Yes, up to 1080p@30fps | |
| Front facing camera | 8 MP selfie camera | |
| Connectivity | Cellular Data | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh non-removable battery | |
| Available colors | ||
| Price | Ksh 12,700 (Buy on Jumia) |
From the specifications above, does this look like a phone you would want to spend money on? What ticks the right boxes for you and what does not?
Does the Spark 8 support 4G LTE?
Yes, this is a 4G LTE smartphone.
Does the Tecno Spark 8 Support quick Charging?
No, the phone does not support fast charging.
What Android version does the Spark 8 come with?
The Spark 8 is powered by Android 11 with HiOS 7.6
Does Spark 8 have a fingerprint scanner?
Yes, the Spark 8 has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Is the Tecno Spark 8 a good phone?
Yes, the Spark 8 is a good phone for its price.
Is the Tecno Spark 8 waterproof?
The Spark 8 is not waterproof but you will be ok if you splash some water on it.
Where Can I buy the Spark 8?
You can buy the Tecno Spark 8 from retail stores across the country as well as on Jumia
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