Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy M16
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M16 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 M16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy M16
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 197g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy M16, the Samsung Galaxy M16 scores 3 points higher (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 leads (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy M16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1980 | |
| 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, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 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 M16
- 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 M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy M16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (60/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 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 M16?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy M16 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy M16?
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).