Chinese smartphone maker Tecno recently announced the Tecno Spark 50s in India. The handset is positioned in the sub-Rs 20,000 price category and competes with a range of devices.
Among the notable ones are the Oppo K14x and the AI+ Nova 2 Ultra. While the Nova 2 Ultra offers an AMOLED display at a starting price of Rs 21,000, the K14x is the most economical choice of the three. For a detailed comparison, here is a comparison of the prices and specifications of the Spark 50s with the Oppo K14x and AI+ Nova 2 Ultra.
Tecno Spark 50s vs Oppo K14x vs AI+ Nova 2 Ultra: Specifications
Display: Tecno Spark 50s brings a 6.78-inch HD+ LCD 120Hz display. The K14x offers a 6.75-inch HD+ 120Hz LCD panel. AI+ Nova 2 Ultra offers a 6.78-inch 1.5k AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Of the three, the Nova 2 Ultra offers the best display.
Performance: Tecno Spark 50s is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset, while the Oppo K14x packs a Dimensity 6300 processor. However, AI+ Nova 2 Ultra boasts the most powerful Dimensity 7400 chip. All phones run on brand-personalised custom skins (AI+ offers nxtQ OS, Tecno brings HiOS 16 and Oppo boots on ColorOS 15) based on Android 16.
Battery: The Spark 50s and K14x pack a 6,500mAh battery with 45W charging support. The Nova 2 Ultra, on the other hand, brings a 6,000mAh battery with 33W charging. The Tecno and Oppo offerings lead in the battery and fast-charging segments.
Cameras: The Tecno Spark 50s brings a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP front camera. Oppo K14x has 50MP + 2MP rear cameras with a 5MP selfie camera. The Nova 2 Ultra packs a 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide rear sensors and a 13MP selfie lens. The Nova 2 Ultra offers an ultrawide sensor and better selfie camera hardware.
Tecno Spark 50s vs Oppo K14x vs AI+ Nova 2 Ultra: Price in India and which one to buy?
The Spark 50s starts at Rs 19,999 (6GB + 128GB) in India, with the first sale set for October 20. Oppo K14x and AI+ Nova 2 Ultra start at Rs 18,999 (4GB + 64GB) and Rs 20,999 (6GB + 128GB), respectively.
If you want a handset with the best processor, RGB LED lights on the back, gaming triggers and an OLED display, the Nova 2 Ultra packs all of these. However, if you prioritise longer battery life, consider buying the Tecno Spark 50s or Oppo K14x. Lastly, Oppo has an edge over the other two in terms of after-sales service.