Realme 9 Pro Plus vs Realme C73
The Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 23/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Realme 9 Pro Plus has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Realme C73
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Better camera (31/100 vs 12/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme 9 Pro Plus vs the Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 6 points higher (29/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus leads (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 27/100). 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 Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Realme C73 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 9 Pro Plus | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 197 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
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 Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Realme C73 (31/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (45/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 edges out the Realme 9 Pro Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Realme C73?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Realme C73?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus leads on camera score (31/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9 Pro Plus over the Realme C73?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.