Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $120 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads — 45/100 vs 42/100 (a 3-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 Samsung Galaxy A17 is faster in AnTuTu (554,590 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy A17
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 727
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $147
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 554590 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 197g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Samsung Galaxy A17 scores 3 points higher (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $147 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A17 leads Realme C73 by 4.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $27. Realme C73 was $27 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (60/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 edges out the Realme C73 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy A17?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Realme C73 (60/100 vs 44/100).