Realme C100i vs Realme C83 5G

The Realme C100i (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $119 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C83 5G leads — 47/100 vs 34/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP.

The Realme C83 5G is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100i
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 55
Portability 50
Value for money 50
Realme C83 5G
Performance 44
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 60
Portability 61
Value for money 74
What makes Realme C100i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $119 vs $130

  • Overall rating 34/100
What makes Realme C83 5G better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1800
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 198g vs 208g

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C100i vs the Realme C83 5G, the Realme C83 5G scores 13 points higher (47/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Realme C100i — 50/100, Realme C83 5G — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Realme C100i (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).

Realme C100i: The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme C83 5G: The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C100i Realme C83 5G
Processor Unisoc T7250 MediaTek Dimensity 6400
AnTuTu 550018
Geekbench Single 600 803
Geekbench Multi 1800 2047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1570 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 15W 15W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
NFC no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 166.5×78.2×8.4 mm
Weight 208 g 198 g
Launch price $119 $130
Camera comparison
Realme C100i
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Realme C83 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Realme C100i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Realme C83 5G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Realme C100i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Realme C83 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless charging: no data
60
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C100i
$119
Realme C83 5G
$130

Launch price difference: $11. Realme C100i was $11 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Realme C100i (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100i or the Realme C83 5G?

The Realme C83 5G is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Realme C100i and the Realme C83 5G?

The Realme C100i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Realme C83 5G — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i or the Realme C83 5G?

The Realme C83 5G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i or the Realme C83 5G?

The Realme C83 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Realme C100i over the Realme C83 5G?

The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use.