Realme C3i vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Realme C3i (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 28/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 317,084); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C3i doesn't; the Realme C3i is noticeably lighter (195g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i by 36 points (64/100 vs 28/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C3i
Performance 27
Display 42
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 51
Value for money
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 58
Battery 48
Portability 47
Value for money
What makes Realme C3i better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 299g

  • Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 317084
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 417
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1345
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C3i vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 36 points higher (64/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C3i and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).

Realme C3i: The Realme C3i is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C3i Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor MediaTek Helio G70 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 317084 1453683
Geekbench Single 417 1967
Geekbench Multi 1345 5401
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 45W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10, realme UI 1.0 Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 480 nits 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.4×75.0×9.0 mm
Weight 195 g 299 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Realme C3i
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
58
camera
Display comparison
Realme C3i
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
42
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Realme C3i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme C3i and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme C3i MediaTek Helio G70
28/100
317084 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
64/100 +78.2%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Realme C3i by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (73/100 vs 27/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (79/100 vs 42/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (58/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C3i and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C3i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3i by 36 points (64/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C3i and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Realme C3i has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C3i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme C3i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (73/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Realme C3i over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Realme C3i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.