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).

The Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C40
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 45
Value for money 55
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
What makes Poco C40 better?
  • Lighter: 204g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Poco C40: The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Poco C40
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Poco C40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco C40
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C40
Price unknown
Poco C85 4G
$92
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.