OnePlus 15 vs Realme C73
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 528,398); the OnePlus 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Realme C73
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Realme C73, the OnePlus 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Realme C73 — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $120 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Realme C73 by 582.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Realme C73 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme C73?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Realme C73?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme C73?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme C73?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Realme C73?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.