Tecno Spark 2 is the second generation of the Tecno Spark smartphones that were earlier launched sometimes last year (2017), where Tecno Spark K7 and Tecno Spark Plus K9 were unveiled.
Later into the year, Tecno Spark Pro was introduced into the family and now, it is the Tecno Spark 2. In terms of technical specifications, the Spark 2 falls into the mid-range category of smartphones but it’s design spells otherwise.
It comes with Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) out of the box which happens to be its major highlight, Face ID unlock has also been thrown into the mix with the 18:9 aspect screen ratio. Let’s go into details to see all the goodies that the device is packed with.
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Tecno Spark 2 features
- OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo) With HiOS v3.3
- SIM Type: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- 4G LTE: NO
- Screen Size: 6.0 Inches capacitive touchscreen, 16M colours
- Screen Resolution: 1440 x 720 pixels (~320 ppi density)
- Processor Type: Quad-core 1.3 GHz, MediaTek MT6580 chipset
- RAM: 2GB or 1GB
- Internal Storage: 16GB
- External Storage: microSD, up to 32 GB
- Back / Rear Camera: Dual: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8MP
- Battery: 3500 mAh (non-removable)
Tecno Spark 2 Features Overview
The Spark 2 smartphone boasts a 6.0 inches display that comes with an HD+ resolution of 1440 by 720 pixels, its PPI (pixel per square-inch) is left at about 320 pixels.
The device is equipped with 18:9 screen aspect ratio that offer more screen and lesser bezels. Another good thing about the screen is that it has 2.5D glass which was absent in the first Tecno Spark Phones.
Tecno Spark 2 packs a 13 MP rear camera accompanied by a Single tone LED flash, the Front side sees an 8 MP camera that also has a LED flash for better camera quality even in low-light conditions.
In addition to just image and video capturing, the front camera also serves as an unlock system for the device. Face ID unlock system is introduced to unlock your phone in a flash, using a detailed depth map of your face to recognize you. The Spark 2 also uses a back-placed fingerprint reader for more secured unlock option.
Pre-installed in The Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) , customized with Tecno’s HiOS v3.3.0 user interface that provides several innovative and easy-to-use features to step up your mobile experience.
On the inside, the Tecno Spark 2 crams a manageable 16GB ROM which is expandable to upto 32GB with an external microSD card via a dedicated slot. For random access memory (RAM), There is 1GB RAM version and 2GB RAM version of the phone, the later is regarded to as the Tecno Spark 2 Plus.
At the helm sits a Quad-core processor and a Mediatek MT6580 chipset, the processor clocks at a maximum of 1.3GHz. Available in Bordeaux Red , Midnight Black and Champagne Gold colors, the Tecno Spark 2 is finished with plastic material that keeps the big battery intact.
Powering the Spark 2 is a non-removable 3500 mAh battery. The battery is set to offer good on-time and standby time, although it doesn’t support flash charge technology. Tecno Spark 2 is a dual nano SIM smartphone with no 4G network option.
Tecno Spark 2 price and availability
The Tecno Spark 2 is currently available in both offline and online markets, prices will vary depending on your location and the retailer you are buying from. The phone was launched with a price tag of about 36,200 naira (100 USD) for the 1GB RAM version and about 38,600 naira (105 USD) for the 2GB RAM variant. You can see it’s availability in the stores listed below.
Where to buy Tecno Spark 2
From Jumia Nigeria – Click Here
From Jumia Kenya – Click Here
Tecno Spark 2 Best Alternatives
Tecno Pouvoir 2 comes with almost the same spec sheet as the Spark but with bigger battery capacity, it is likely to be the best alternative here, you might also want to check out Tecno Camon X Pro and other Tecno phones.
Moving away from Tecno, other good options are Infinix Hot 6 Pro and Infinix S3, Nokia 7 Plus is also looking but a lot more pricey. Leagoo T5c and Leagoo S8 are also very good alternatives with approachable price tags.
Tecno Spark 2 Detailed Specs
Network |
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| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | NO |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Status | Launched: 2018, June Available. Released 2018, June |
Body |
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| Dimensions | – 159.8 x 76.8 x 8.5 mm – Weight: – g |
| Keyboard | Touchscreen |
| Colors | Bordeaux Red, Midnight Black and Champagne Gold colors |
| Cover | Plastic |
Display |
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| Type | HD+ capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 1440 x 720 pixels (~320 ppi density) 18:9 body ratio |
Memory And OS |
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| Card slot | microSD, up to 32 GB |
| Internal | 16GB |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) with HiOS v3.3.0 |
| Processors | – Quad-core 1.3 GHz CPU – Mediatek MT6580 chipset – Mali GPU |
| RAM | 2GB or 1GB RAM version |
Audio |
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| Alert types | Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio port | 3.5mm jack |
Connectivity |
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| 2G | YES |
| 3G | YES |
| 4G | NO |
| WIFI | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Version 4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | NO |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
Camera |
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| Primary | – Single 13 MP Caamera, phase detection autofocus, LED flash – FEATURES: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Secondary | 8 MP Camera (incorporates Face ID unlock system) |
Battery |
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| Capacity | Non-removable 3500 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | N/A |
| Talk time | N/A |
| Music play | |
Other Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Browser | HTML5 |
| Java | No |
| Miscellaneous | – MP4/H.264 player – MP3/WAV/eAAC+/FLAC player – Document viewer – Photo/video editor |
Price |
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| Price level | – 1GB RAM: 36,200 naira (100 USD) – 2GB RAM: 38,500 naira (105 USD) |
Where to buy Tecno Spark 2
From Jumia Nigeria – Click Here
From Jumia Kenya – Click Here
What is the latest Tecno phone that is affordable?
Is this phone still in existence?
Please is Tecno better than Infinix
This website is so resourceful, i was looking for a new phone to buy, then i came across this page, thank you
well the phone still serves till date
Yes spark 3 is out and great with the specs
am using on tecno spark 2, has problem of battery only
It’s barely one month I bought spark 2 and I’ve observed that the phone is just too slow while charging, i had to buy another charger. Too bad.
Am planning to buy tecno spark 2,
but how can i know the good ones,
cos i see most people complaining of one thing or the other.
How much is spark 2
Does it use 4G network
hello guys am planing in buying the tecno spark 2. any advice pls.
This phone is just wow…. Is working beyond my expectation, I think if there will be a complain… It will be a a little bit difficulty in term of operation to you need to provide a video that will guide because, not all can operate this advance technological phone.
m abt 2 buy… plz any advice b4 I bought t
I bought my techno spark 2 32gb at slot in benin last month and I just discovered I can’t on the hotspot, seems the problem is from the manufacturer, and this week I notice if am charging the fone ND I
on the network the rate the fone with be hot en infact I have to put unplug it and allow it to cool down first, ND this use to drain the battery, 1)please has anybody experience that? 2) please what can I do to the fone? 3)can I swap it to collect another one
I bought mine on the 1st of December this month and I have noticed the battery level is very low,it charges very slow,hot when using it and can’t handle some files strong like Facebook, Instagram and so on,I don’t know if others have also noticed it also
I am having connection problem. Can anyone help.
Am using Techno spark2 it is working excellently but I inserted earphone when I removed it the the mouthpin is not working anymore
i love spak 2
Its good and qualitative. Any complain can take place through knowledge gap and inability to operate it well. Am enjoying mine seriose. Sparck 2 is my life friend.
very nice divice (K2), i’d like to hv one.
Please am confuse. …. Its nt upto 2. Months i bought d phone…. All of a sudden…. Its having connection issues…. Even after clearing d trash dey said i should do
Hello, my spark 2 is not up to a month old and yesterday, the volume just went really low, it’s really heartbreaking..
Please is there anything i can do about it??.
I’m in luv with spark2
I just bought tecno spark 2 and I’m finding it difficult to open the sim card tray. Help! Before I spoil the phone…
lol see jux look into the phone pack u will see a pin
use d pin to open it by putting it in the hole near the sim port is press it down and it would open
Take it easy yar’uwa even me I trying to break my spark 2 d first time i pt my sim card
I can’t find photo gallery on my spark 2 and I just bought it.
There is no photo gallery is a shame,the put Google photos instead and I don’t think is fair.and the phone can hang for Africa,there is nothing like a higher speed and memory phone.
Pls guys am planning your get this spark 2 any advice on it pls tell me
Much money could this phone cost
no doubt this is a worthy upgrade of the spark k7
this android go version is very nice one from tecno mobile, its gonna help in optimizing usage
nice device really enjoying it
my spark 2 is just a week and it not ringing out ve tried all d means i can to set it and really upset about it cos i bought the phone so that i wont be stressing atleast in 1 or 2 years
nice device with very cool features.
Nice phone with improved battery. And the camera is okay too.
No LTE 4G option for a phone of this category? Gosh!
SPARK 2 go edition……………I dnt have much to say, It just the matter of Fonts, the device is asking me to root my phone. any help please, if you have ideal of rooting phones.
I really love this phone. Thanks for the update
I bought mine two days ago and the mouth piece has stopped functioning today except I use earpiece.
U talk as if u dnt knw tecno they brand a phone fr 1-2 month and it disappears jst c tecno h6,c8 and c9
I brought spark 2 and no boom player, video player and other normal app. why?
I w’d like to have one but where can it be found in Uganda
You can check the phones availability on Online stores in Uganda or local phone vendors in your area.
The fact that this device runs on Android Go edition makes me love it the more.
Tecno Spark 2 is a great phone
admin thanks for the posts it is enlightening
keep it up.
I HV itel 1556 i want to change it to techno k7 he I my going to add before I will collect it
Not bad. I’d take this Spark 2 over Spark K7
The specs are slightly better than the first one. And the facial recognition technology on this is a plus.
great device, bigger view with a facial recognition isn’t a bad idea for an upgrade.
Its a nice phone but I think they can do better, especially with the camera. I think they will launch a TECNO Spark 2 pro to supplement this phone.
Indeed….. Let the front camera pixels b upgraded for a perfect selfie
they must upgrade for sure