Realme C73 vs Vivo X500
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $120 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C73
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C73 — 66/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C73 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C73 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme C73 by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Realme C73 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (87/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C73 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.