Realme C73 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 528,398); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $561
- Better portability (62/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme C73 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. Realme C73 was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.