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; estimated prices are $120 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (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 M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $120 vs $130
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 771
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 197g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 12/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Realme C73 scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 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 M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (28/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 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 M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1963 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $120 | $130 |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
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
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Realme C73 by 13.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $10. Realme C73 is cheaper by $10.
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 M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (28/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 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 M17?
The Realme C73 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 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 M17?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.