Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
215 g |
| thickness |
8.4 mm |
| width |
77.9 mm |
| height |
166.1 mm |
| volume |
108.689196 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP69 |
| waterproof depth rating |
6 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Realme C85 is designed with practicality in mind, featuring a solid construction that includes a waterproof design with an IP69 rating, allowing it to withstand water exposure up to 6 meters in depth. Its dimensions are 166.1 mm in height, 77.9 mm in width, and 8.4 mm in thickness, while its weight is 215 g. The device's volume is 108.7 cm³. However, it does not feature a rugged build or the ability to fold, offering a sleek yet sturdy form factor without added bulk.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.8" |
| pixel density |
254 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1570 px |
| refresh rate |
144Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Realme C85 features a 6.8-inch LCD IPS display that delivers clear visuals with a resolution of 720 x 1570 pixels. It boasts a pixel density of 254 ppi for decent clarity, and a smooth 144Hz refresh rate for responsive touch interaction. While it lacks branded damage-resistant glass, HDR support, or a secondary screen, the device offers a reliable touch interface for everyday use.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| GPU name |
Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.4 & 6 x 2 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
2012 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
782 |
| GPU clock speed |
950 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2133 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
6 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
17.07 GB/s |
| L2 cache |
1 MB |
| L1 cache |
512 KB |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| L3 cache |
2 MB |
The Realme C85 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth performance for multitasking and storage needs. It features a total CPU speed of 2 x 2.4 GHz and 6 x 2.0 GHz cores, along with a GPU clock speed of 950 MHz, supported by the Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU for decent graphics handling. The device also supports 64-bit architecture and utilizes DirectX 12, making it capable of handling modern applications and tasks with ease.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 60 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Realme C85 is equipped with a 50 MP main camera featuring a wide f/1.8 aperture for clear, detailed shots. It supports video recording at 1080p at 60 fps and offers useful features like continuous autofocus, phase-detection autofocus, and HDR for enhanced photo quality. The 8 MP front camera ensures decent selfies, while the camera system also supports slow-motion video, timelapse, and panorama shots for creative photography.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Realme C85 runs on Android 15 and offers a variety of useful features for privacy and customization. It includes location privacy options, camera/microphone access controls, and the ability to block app tracking. The system supports dark mode, dynamic theming, and split-screen functionality, as well as customizable notifications and widgets. Additional features include offline voice recognition, voice commands, and the ability to track the phone’s position, making it a versatile and user-friendly operating system.
Battery:
| battery power |
7000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
45W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is powered by a large 7000 mAh rechargeable battery, providing long-lasting usage. It supports fast charging at an impressive 45W speed, ensuring quick recharges. While it does not offer wireless charging or reverse wireless charging, the battery level can be easily monitored thanks to the built-in indicator, and it comes with a charger for added convenience.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
This device does not support a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD. Additionally, it lacks a built-in radio. As a result, audio connectivity options are more limited compared to some other devices.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
November 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
3300 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity and offers a range of features such as Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and NFC. It also includes a USB Type-C port, an external memory slot, and dual SIM support. Additional features like a gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, and fingerprint scanner enhance its functionality. However, it lacks satellite SOS, crash detection, and other advanced tracking sensors.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced lighting in video recordings. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, which limits some of the more specialized display options available on other devices.