Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $120 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 29/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 25 points higher (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $120 | $799 |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C73 by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $679. Realme C73 is cheaper by $679.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (64/100 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 S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.