Realme C73 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $650
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme C73 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Realme C73 was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.