Poco F8 Pro vs Realme C73
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $529 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 42/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 32 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 528,398); the Poco F8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Realme C73
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $529
- Better portability (62/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Realme C73, the Poco F8 Pro scores 37 points higher (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, 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 Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C73 (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Realme C73 by 472.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $409. Realme C73 was $409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C73 (83/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (70/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Realme C73?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 37 points (79/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Realme C73?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Realme C73?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Realme C73?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Realme C73?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.