Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $120 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 29/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 197g).
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 197g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 12/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 34 points higher (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (73/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (45/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $120 | $1099 |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Realme C73 by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $979. Realme C73 is cheaper by $979.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (73/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (45/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 34 points (63/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.