Realme C73 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 7/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 32 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Libero 5G III has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Realme C73
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 32MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 207g
- Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Realme C73 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Realme C73 scores 22 points higher (29/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 15/100). 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 ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C73 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
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 ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (45/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C73 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme C73 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 22 points (29/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C73 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme C73 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C73 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme C73 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C73 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.