Lava Bold N2 5G vs Realme C85 4G
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Realme C85 4G (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $105 and $145. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C85 4G leads — 42/100 vs 36/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C85 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Lava Bold N2 5G
Realme C85 4G
- Better Geekbench Single: 750 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2200 vs 1396
- Cheaper at launch: $105 vs $145
- Higher performance (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Realme C85 4G, the Realme C85 4G scores 6 points higher (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 4G leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Bold N2 5G — 56/100, Realme C85 4G — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C85 4G notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 4G notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Realme C85 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69K | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.2×78.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $105 | $145 |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Realme C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C85 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme C85 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $40. Lava Bold N2 5G was $40 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C85 4G notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (65/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 4G notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Realme C85 4G?
The Realme C85 4G edges out the Lava Bold N2 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Realme C85 4G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Realme C85 4G?
The Realme C85 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Bold N2 5G leads on performance (40/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Realme C85 4G?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C85 4G is a better fit for everyday use.