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).
Realme C73
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.