Poco C65 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $99 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 33/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 348,562); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $1299
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1031
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 47 points higher (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Poco C65 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Poco C65 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (92/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (88/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 47 points (80/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.