TECNO Spark 9T Price in Nigeria, Specs, and Hands-on Review

TECNO Spark 9T is a mid-range Android phone with decent specs and a pocket-friendly tag. Have a look at the specs and price.

TECNO Spark 9T Specs

Mobile Networks and Platform

Supported networks: MTN, Globacom, Airtel, and 9mobile are all supported.

2G bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
3G bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
4G bands: LTE
5G bands: No
SIM Card Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
Software / OS: HiOS 8.6 based on Android 12

Body

Dimensions: 160 x 77.25 x 9.3 mm
Weight: g
Display: 6.6 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 90 Hz refresh rate, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD screen
Colours: Atlantic Blue, Turquoise Cyan, Iris Purple, Cocoa Gold.
Physical Build: Plastic frame. Plastic back panel.

Internal Hardware Specs

Processor Type: 64-bit, 2.3 GHz Octa-core
Processor Name: MediaTek Helio G37 (12nm)
Graphics Processor: PowerVR GE8320
RAM: 4 GB
Extended/Virtual RAM:
Internal Storage: 64 GB / 128 GB
External Storage: microSD (dedicated slot)

Cameras

Rear Camera: 13 MP main sensor + 2 MP secondary lens + AI sensor, autofocus, Dual LED flash, 1080p@30fps video recording
Front Camera: 32 MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 1080p@30fps video capture

Media

Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack
Loudspeaker: Mono speaker
Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
FM Radio: Yes.

Phone Sensors

Digital Compass: No.
Accelerometer: Yes.
Proximity Sensor: Yes.
Ambient Light Sensor: No.
Barometer: No.
Pedometer: No.
Heart Rate Monitor: No.
Gyroscope (G-Sensor): No.
Fingerprint Scanner: Yes; side-mounted.
Face Unlock: Yes.
Iris Scanner: No.
Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
Voice Control: No.
Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
Infra-red Blaster: No.

Connectivity Options

Bluetooth Version: 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP
WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
GPS: Yes, A-GPS
USB: microUSB v2.0. Type-C.
NFC: .

Other Specs and Features

Battery Type and Capacity: Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 5000 mAh
Battery Charging:
Wireless Charging: No.
Reverse Charging: No.
Model Version/Number:

TECNO Spark 9T: Launch/Release Date in Nigeria

The Spark 9T is now available in the country, from the second week of June. Watch our unboxing video below:

TECNO Spark 9T is official and looking like it means business. We spent time with the Spark 8C not too long ago, and already have this model on store shelves. The Spark 9T is clearly the superior of the two, and we have spent some time with it as well.

TECNO Spark 9T Hands-on Review: What Is In The Box

The sales box and packaging is a white and orange affair. It is well done and quite understated in appearance. But it isn’t the box we are interested in now; is it? Inside the box, you will find the following items:

the phone itself (the Burano Blue colour)
Transparent silicone rubber case
Screen protector
Charging brick
USB Type-C cable
3.5 mm audio headset
Pamphlets and documentation

TECNO Spark 9T Hands-on Review: How Does It Perform In Use?

The back panel of the Spark 9T is shiny and glossy. It reflects light and can even serve as a mirror. It is also a fingerprint magnet. Pick up the phone, and you immediately leave enough prints for every spy agency in the world to pick your prints from.

Similar to what we saw during our Camon 19 Pro unboxing, the camera module at the back of the phone has two large circular islands that give the impression of two large sensors. However, those two round islands house three lenses. The design gives the impression that this phone is designed for serious photography. The front camera is a 32-megapixel snapper, while the rear triple camera comprises a 13 MP wide-angle lens, a 2 MP depth sensor, and a QVGA sensor we are not sure of yet. But we will find out.

What is performance like? We have had our fair share of experience with the Helio G37 and 4 GB RAM combination. It is a tried and proven combination, and our experience with it here is no different. The Spark 9T is not a power house, but it runs smoothly for non-intensive day-to-day tasks. We will put it through its paces and report on it in our detailed review.

Our review unit is the 128 GB internal storage variant. There is a 64 GB storage variant, so look out for that, especially if you want to spend a little less. If you need more storage space, there is a dedicated microSD card slot available. There is no mention of fast charging in the documentation, but we took a look at the charging brick and see that it has 10W output. That isn’t fast, but it is better than creepy-crawly 5W charging.