POCO C85 vs POCO C85x
₹2,969 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The C85x starts ₹2,969 lower: ₹13,496 against ₹16,465 for the C85.
- The C85x has the bigger battery: 6,300 mAh against 6,000 mAh. The C85 charges faster, though: 33W against 15W.
- The C85x is promised more software updates: 4 OS updates, against 2 OS updates for the C85.
Get the C85 for faster charging. Get the C85x for the lower price, the bigger battery and longer software support.
Every spec, lined up
Spec score
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 4GB + 128GB₹16,465
- 6GB + 128GB₹19,999
- 8GB + 128GB₹21,999
- 4GB + 64GB₹13,496
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
C85 vs C85x, answered
In India, the POCO C85 starts at ₹16,465 and the POCO C85x starts at ₹13,496.
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Which is cheaper, the C85 or the C85x?
The C85x, by ₹2,969. Starting prices: ₹13,496 for the C85x, ₹16,465 for the C85. The C85 comes in 3 versions, up to ₹21,999.
Which has the bigger battery, the C85 or the C85x?
The C85x, with 6,300 mAh to 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 they are close. Both have a 6.9-inch LCD at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 50MP main on the C85 and 32MP main on the C85x. 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?
The C85 runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, the C85x the Unisoc T8300.
Which gets more software updates?
The C85x. It is promised 4 OS updates; the C85, 2 OS updates.
Which is lighter?
They weigh about the same: 211 g and 210 g.
