Realme C73 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $120 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 42/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 197g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 24 points higher (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (80/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Realme C73 by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Realme C73 was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (93/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (80/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 24 points (66/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.