Poco C65 vs Vivo Y05

The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $99 and $90. Both devices score the same overall rating of 33/100. Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco C65 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't; the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 33/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Performance 25
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 63
Value for money 50
Vivo Y05
Performance 31
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 50
What makes Poco C65 better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 192g vs 209g

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 580 vs 375
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1750 vs 1031
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $99

  • Higher performance (31/100 vs 25/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

The Poco C65 and the Vivo Y05 received the same MobileRank rating — 33/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 50/100, Vivo Y05 — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).

Poco C65: The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y05: The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C65 Vivo Y05
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 375 580
Geekbench Multi 1031 1750
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1600x720 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 18W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13 / HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 192 g 209 g
Launch price $99 $90
Camera comparison
Poco C65
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo Y05
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Poco C65
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Vivo Y05
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Poco C65
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo Y05
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C65
$99
Vivo Y05
$90

Launch price difference: $9. Vivo Y05 was $9 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo Y05?

Both devices scored 33/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo Y05.

What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo Y05?

The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo Y05?

The Poco C65 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo Y05?

The Vivo Y05 leads on performance (31/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Vivo Y05?

The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.