Realme C73 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi A7: Which One Should You Buy?

Realme C73 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Realme · 2025

Realme C73 5G

Realme C73 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2026

Xiaomi Redmi A7

Xiaomi Redmi A7
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Realme C73 5G wins 2 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Realme C73 5G
Realme C73 5G
2 wins
Xiaomi Redmi A7
Xiaomi Redmi A7
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Realme C73 5GXiaomi Redmi A7
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsRealme C73 5G
    51
    33
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryXiaomi Redmi A7
    47
    54
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    66
    66
  • ConnectivityRealme C73 5G
    65
    55
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Realme C73 5G has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh
  • Xiaomi Redmi A7 has the bigger screen6.88" vs 6.67"
  • Xiaomi Redmi A7 is lighter193 g vs 197 g
  • Realme C73 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • Realme C73 5G has more RAM4 GB vs 3 GB
  • Realme C73 5G has the faster chipDimensity 6300 vs Unisoc T7250
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Realme C73 5G
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+800 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.67" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi A7
  • ✓4 g lighter (193 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.88" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationRealme C73 5GXiaomi Redmi A7
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeIPS LCDColor LCD Screen (16M Colors)
Screen Size6.67"6.88"
Resolution & Density720 x 1604 (264 ppi)~ 262 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Realme C73 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 6300 Unisoc T7250
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 15Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR3 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128 GB64 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A7 Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight197 g193 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP64Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A7 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging15W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetoothv5.3Yes, v5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Realme C73 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Realme C73 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+800 mAh more) and Significantly faster wired charging: 15W vs max 0W.

Buy Realme C73 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+800 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 15W vs max 0W

Buy Xiaomi Redmi A7 if you want

Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Realme C73 5G or Xiaomi Redmi A7?

Realme C73 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi A7 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+800 mAh more) and Significantly faster wired charging: 15W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Realme C73 5G and Xiaomi Redmi A7?

Realme C73 5G has a 6.67-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi A7 has a 6.88-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

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