Poco C40 vs Poco C85 4G
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 11/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C85 4G is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.2mm).
Poco C40
Poco C85 4G
- Lighter: 204g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 43/100)
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Poco C85 4G, the Poco C85 4G scores 21 points higher (32/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G and the Poco C40 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C40 and the Poco C85 4G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Poco C85 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 205 g | |
| Price | — | $92 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G and the Poco C40 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C40 and the Poco C85 4G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Poco C85 4G — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C85 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.