Realme C73 vs Redmi 3S
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430; estimated prices are $120 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 42/100 vs 21/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 32 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme C73 is faster in AnTuTu (524,785 vs 180,440); the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 197g).
Realme C73
Redmi 3S
- Higher AnTuTu: 524785 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 32MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (20/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (66/100 vs 24/100)
- Lighter: 144g vs 197g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Redmi 3S, the Realme C73 scores 21 points higher (42/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme C73 leads (43/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (20/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (66/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (43/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (20/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (60/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (66/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Realme C73 | Redmi 3S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 180440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 827 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 144 g | |
| Price | $120 | $120 |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Realme C73 and Redmi 3S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme C73 leads Redmi 3S by 190.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (43/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (20/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (60/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (66/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Redmi 3S?
The Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 21 points (42/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Redmi 3S?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi 3S — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Redmi 3S?
The Realme C73 leads on camera score (20/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Redmi 3S?
The Realme C73 leads on performance (43/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Redmi 3S?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 3S is a better fit for everyday use.