Realme C73 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $120 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 48/100 vs 42/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is faster in AnTuTu (561,891 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 727
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $140
- Better display (55/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 561891 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 32MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 6 points higher (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (39/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C73 (39/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads Realme C73 by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Realme C73 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C73 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C73 (39/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo edges out the Realme C73 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (39/100 vs 20/100).