Price Hike Alert: Tecno Spark Go 3 Price Bumped By Another Rs. 4,000

Tecno, as a brand, has been on my radar ever since they brought 120Hz to the entry-level segment with the Tecno Spark Go 1. Sadly, since then, the spark seems to be fading — especially with rising prices.

The Spark Go 2 only introduced the FreeLink feature, and the Spark Go 3 arrived with little to no real upgrades. Yet that does not mean the phone is spared from the market-wide price hike.

What is the Price of Tecno Spark Go 3 in Nepal?

The Tecno Spark Go 3 launched at a starting price of Rs. 15,999 for the 4/64GB and Rs. 16,999 for the 4/128GB variant, which was pretty disappointing considering the Tecno Spark series was sub-12,000. But at this point, I would much rather prefer its launch price.

After multiple price hikes, Tecno Spark Go 3 now costs Rs. 25,999 (4/64GB) and Rs. 29,999 (4/128GB). As such, the phone’s price has inflated by over Rs. 10,000, all due to the ongoing memory crisis brought on by the AI bubble. Regardless, the phone is officially available at Tecno-authorized stores across Nepal.

With all the price hikes the smartphone market saw in 2026, the budget and entry-level segment has suffered the most. For buyers targeting this segment, even a mere Rs. 1,000 increase can feel like a hefty price tag. But if brands offered meaningful upgrades, a price bump wouldn’t be much of a concern. Some brands have successfully delivered exactly that: meaningful upgrades.

Does the Spark Go 3 deliver meaningful improvements, or is it essentially the Go 2 in a new shell? Let’s find out.

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Tecno Spark Go 3 Overview

Ever since the first Spark Go 1 launched, the design has been changing with each iteration. The Spark Go 1 had that iPhone vibe. The Spark Go 2 was inspired by Samsung’s pill-shaped camera module, and now the Spark Go 3 has a mix of both: an iPhone-inspired camera plateau with a hint of the pill-shaped camera.

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The phone ships in four color variants: Ink Black, Titanium Grey, Aurora Purple, and Galaxy Blue.

Flip it over, and you’ll find a major disappointment: the water drop notch has made an unwelcome return. I genuinely thought we’d moved past this, especially since the Spark Go 2 ditched it years ago. It’s hard not to feel like Tecno is evolving in reverse.

Here’s the odd part: Tecno’s official specs mention a “Dot” Notch screen, but that’s simply not true. It’s a water drop notch, and it’s right there on the front.

The display specs are mostly identical to the Go 2: a 120Hz refresh rate on an IPS LCD panel with HD+ resolution. The only change is the screen size, which grows from 6.67 inches to 6.75 inches. Everything else remains the same as the Go 2.

On durability, the Go 3 matches the Go 2 with IP64 dust and water resistance. Tecno also claims 1.2m drop resistance, though we’d recommend not testing that yourself.

Chipset-wise, there’s nothing new here either. The UNISOC T7250 returns for the third time in the Spark Go series. At this point, it feels like Tecno is playing it safe. It’s not entirely a bad thing, but at this price point, Ai+ Nova 2 offers better performance with the UNISOC T8200, and it’s a 5G chip.

The T7250 is paired with 4GB of RAM and either 64GB or 128GB of storage. Tecno has dropped the 3GB variant this time around.

For the camera, the Go 3 is equipped with a 13MP main shooter with a dual LED flash on the rear and an 8MP selfie shooter, the same setup we’ve seen since the first Spark Go. The battery department also remains familiar with a 5,000mAh unit paired with 15W fast charging.

Last time, the Go 2 came with full-fledged Android 15, which was an upgrade over the Go Edition we saw on the Go 1. But this time, nothing has changed; the Go 3 still runs the same Android 15 with HiOS 15 on top, which is quite a disappointment.

Freelink 2.0

The raw specs on the Go 3 look pretty much the same as the Go 2. The only notable upgrade is FreeLink 2.0.

With the Go 2, we saw the introduction of FreeLink, a feature that allows you to make phone calls and send messages even without cellular reception or an internet connection, using Bluetooth.

Now with the Go 3, Tecno has added FreeLink 2.0, which improves the range. Previously, it was limited to 500m, but with FreeLink 2.0, you get a reliable experience within a 1.5km radius in open and unobstructed areas.

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Tecno Spark Go 3 Pricing History

The price of the Tecno Spark Go 3 has increased multiple times in the past, with its current price being Rs. 25,999 (4/54GB) and Rs. 29,999 (4/128GB). Its latest price bump happened in October 2026.

I’m going to be really honest here. Tecno seems to be losing that “spark” with each iteration of the Go series. The first one, Go 1, stood out with a 120Hz refresh rate on a budget; the second, Go 2, was okay considering Tecno didn’t hike the price much, but the third one, Go 3, has very little redeeming value.

Now, with massive price hikes, there is almost nothing to defend this phone with. But Tecno isn’t the only one to blame here, considering the price hike has been market-wide. Still, that doesn’t mean you should sympathize with your wallets.

At this price, there are better picks. I have already mentioned the Ai+ Nova 2, which gives you much better performance. You also get the likes of the Honor Play 10, Redmi A7 Pro, and Vivo Y05, all of which not only come from more reputable brands but are also more affordable.

What are your thoughts on the Tecno Spark Go 3? Let us know in the comments below!