Poco C65 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $99 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C65 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1031
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (91/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (97/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Poco C65 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Poco C65 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (91/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (97/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.