Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 42/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 38 points higher (80/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Realme C73 by 83.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1179. Realme C73 was $1179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 38 points (80/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.