iQOO Z10 Lite vs POCO C85
₹200 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The C85 starts ₹200 lower: ₹16,799 against ₹16,999 for the iQOO Z10 Lite.
- The C85 charges faster: 33W against 15W.
- The C85 has the better screen on paper: smoother (120Hz against 90Hz).
On paper the C85 comes out ahead, with faster charging and the smoother screen.
Every spec, lined up
Spec score
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 4GB + 64GB₹16,999
- 4GB + 128GB₹18,999
- 4GB + 128GB₹16,799
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
iQOO Z10 Lite vs C85, answered
In India, the iQOO Z10 Lite starts at ₹16,999 and the POCO C85 starts at ₹16,799.
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Which is cheaper, the iQOO Z10 Lite or the C85?
The C85, by ₹200. Starting prices: ₹16,799 for the C85, ₹16,999 for the iQOO Z10 Lite. The iQOO Z10 Lite comes in 2 versions, up to ₹18,999.
Which has the bigger battery, the iQOO Z10 Lite or the C85?
Neither: both have 6,000 mAh. For charging, the C85 is quicker: 33W to 15W. Battery life also depends on the chip and the software, so treat these as a starting point.
Which has the better display?
On paper, the C85's: it is smoother (120Hz to 90Hz). The iQOO Z10 Lite has a 6.74-inch LCD at 90Hz, the C85 a 6.9-inch LCD at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 50MP main (f/1.8, AF) on the iQOO Z10 Lite and 50MP main on the C85. A spec sheet can't show how the photos look, so read a review before you decide on the camera alone.
Which processors do they use?
Both use the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, so expect much the same speed.
Which gets more software updates?
Neither: both are promised 2 OS updates.
Which is better protected against water?
Neither: both are rated IP64. Still, no phone is fully waterproof, so keep them out of the pool.
Which is lighter?
They weigh about the same: 202 g and 211 g.
