Poco C85 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $92 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 32/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 358,383); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Poco C85 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $92 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1416
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 22 points higher (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C85 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $92 | $799 |
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco C85 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco C85 4G by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $707. Poco C85 4G is cheaper by $707.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (97/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G by 22 points (54/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.