Nokia XR21 vs Realme C73
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 42/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 32 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 528,398); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Realme C73
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Realme C73, the Nokia XR21 scores 4 points higher (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (62/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | — | $120 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Realme C73 by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (43/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (60/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (62/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme C73?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Realme C73 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Realme C73?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme C73?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Realme C73?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Realme C73 (62/100 vs 24/100).