Poco C65 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads — 38/100 vs 33/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C65 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Libero 5G III is faster in AnTuTu (515,647 vs 348,562); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 36/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 515647 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 690 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1736 vs 1031
- Higher performance (40/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the ZTE Libero 5G III scores 5 points higher (38/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Poco C65 (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Libero 5G III leads Poco C65 by 32.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Poco C65 (40/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The ZTE Libero 5G III edges out the Poco C65 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco C65 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The ZTE Libero 5G III leads on performance (40/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the ZTE Libero 5G III (81/100 vs 43/100).