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 — 44/100 vs 29/100 (a 15-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 (1,453,683 vs 524,785); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 299g).
Realme C73
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 524785
- 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 (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 15 points higher (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme C73 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C73 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 1453683 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
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
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme C73 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Realme C73 by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme C73 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (53/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (53/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Realme C73 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.