Realme C73 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 42/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 528,398); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 22 points higher (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme C73 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Realme C73 by 65.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (74/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme C73 (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (58/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 22 points (64/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.