Poco C40 vs Realme C73
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 11/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 32 MP; the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.2mm).
Poco C40
Realme C73
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Overall rating 11/100
- Better main camera: 32MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 204g
- Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 18 points higher (29/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "design" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 197 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 is noticeably better than the Poco C40 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Realme C73?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Realme C73?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.