Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-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 S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1299
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme C73 by 84.7% 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (86/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.