Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $120 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 19/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C73 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $120 vs $135
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 197g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 12/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Realme C73 scores 10 points higher (29/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $120 | $135 |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $15. Realme C73 is cheaper by $15.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme C73 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.