Realme C73 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 42/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $499
- Better portability (62/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 40 points higher (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme C73 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme C73 by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Realme C73 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (65/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme C73 (75/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 40 points (82/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.