Realme C73 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 32 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 197g).

The Realme C73 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 12
Battery 45
Design 53
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Realme C73 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 32MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 197g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Realme C73 scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Realme C73: The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C73 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 32 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 625 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 197 g 173 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Realme C73
  • Main: 32MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme C73
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme C73
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme C73
$120
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (83/100 vs 53/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme C73 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.