Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $120 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 42/100 (a 6-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 M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 197g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 6 points higher (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1826 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 1100 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 | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 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 M17
- 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 M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Realme C73 by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Realme C73 was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Realme C73 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.