Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
205 g |
| thickness |
8 mm |
| width |
79.5 mm |
| height |
171.6 mm |
| volume |
109.1376 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP64 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Xiaomi Poco C85 4G features a sleek design with dimensions of 171.6 mm in height, 79.5 mm in width, and a thickness of just 8 mm, offering a comfortable grip. It weighs 205 g and has a volume of 109.1376 cm³. The device is water resistant with an IP64 rating, providing protection against dust and splashes. However, it does not support a rugged build or folding capabilities.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.9" |
| pixel density |
254 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1600 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
660 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Xiaomi Poco C85 4G features a 6.9″ LCD IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px, delivering a pixel density of 254 ppi. It supports a smooth viewing experience with a 120Hz refresh rate and offers a typical brightness of 660 nits for decent outdoor visibility. However, the display does not feature branded damage-resistant glass, HDR support, or an Always-On display.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| GPU name |
Mali G52 MP2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1391 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
420 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1300 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
350 |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
1800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
13.41 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
0.3 MB |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU execution units |
2 |
| GPU turbo |
950 MHz |
| number of transistors |
5500 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| shading units |
32 |
| turbo clock speed |
2GHz |
| L3 cache |
1 MB |
The Xiaomi Poco C85 4G is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset with a 2 x 2 GHz and 6 x 1.8 GHz CPU configuration, offering reliable multitasking performance. It comes with 8GB of RAM running at 1800 MHz and 256GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth operation and ample space for apps and media. The device also features integrated graphics with a Mali G52 MP2 GPU, and supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL ES 3.2 for decent gaming and graphics performance. Additionally, it has a 13.41 GB/s memory bandwidth and a turbo clock speed of 2GHz, providing a good balance of efficiency and speed.
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 30 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 |
✓ |
| pixel size (main camera) |
0.64 µm |
| 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 Xiaomi Poco C85 4G features a 50 MP main camera with a wide aperture of f/1.8, enabling sharp and detailed photos. The camera supports phase-detection autofocus for fast and accurate focusing, along with manual controls for ISO, exposure, and white balance. It can shoot 1080p video at 30 fps, supports slow-motion recording, and includes a flash for low-light conditions. For selfies, the 8 MP front camera offers a wide aperture of f/2, with manual focus and a timelapse function.
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 Xiaomi Poco C85 4G runs on Android 15 and offers several privacy features, including clipboard warnings, camera/mic access controls, and location privacy options. Users can enjoy customization with theme options, dynamic theming, and dark mode, while also benefiting from advanced features like on-device machine learning and offline voice recognition. The device supports features such as PiP, split screen, customizable notifications, and full-page screenshots, though it does not support direct OS updates or Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
6000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
33W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is powered by a 6000 mAh rechargeable battery that supports fast charging at a speed of 33W, ensuring quick power-ups when needed. It also includes a battery level indicator, but it does not feature wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, or a removable battery.
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 includes a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired headphones and features a built-in radio for music and news. However, it does not support stereo speakers, advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD, nor does it offer aptX Adaptive or Lossless audio quality.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
100 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 offers solid connectivity options, including dual SIM support, USB Type-C port, and NFC. It also supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), with download speeds of up to 300 MBits/s and upload speeds of 100 MBits/s. The phone also features a GPS, compass, accelerometer, and fingerprint scanner, but it lacks 5G support, satellite SOS, and advanced features like heart rate monitoring or an infrared sensor.
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 photography and videography in low-light conditions. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, making it more conventional in terms of display technology.