Poco C85 4G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $92 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 32/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 358,383).
Poco C85 4G
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 205g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $92 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco C85 4G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $92 | $469 |
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco C85 4G and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco C85 4G by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $377. Poco C85 4G is cheaper by $377.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (77/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G by 30 points (62/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.