Poco C85 4G vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 358,608); the Poco C85 4G is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 4G
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 4G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 4G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco C85 4G by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Poco C85 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.