13+ 5G vs Spark 40 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 2 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The 13+ 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: 13+ 5G 70 · Spark 40 5G 72 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
Performance is a wash — same chip tier.
The 13+ 5G has the stronger camera system (2 real rear lenses vs 1).
6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the Spark 40 5G lasts longer between charges.
Both phones' support windows end around the same time.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Full spec table
| Spec | 13+ 5G | Spark 40 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $215 | $115 |
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, HDR10+ | 6.75-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 4GB/8GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB/512GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 18W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP main |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm | 167.7 × 77.9 × 8 mm |
| Weight | 185 g | 194 g |
| Water resistance | IP65 | Not rated |
| Supported until | Sep 2028 | Aug 2028 |
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