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; launch prices were $120 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 42/100 (a 32-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 (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
- 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 (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2827538 | |
| 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 | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme C73 by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Realme C73 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (60/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (89/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.