Poco C85 4G vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 9/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco C85 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 205g).
Poco C85 4G
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Poco C85 4G scores 23 points higher (32/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C85 4G | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $92 | — |
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (48/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (100/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 23 points (32/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco C85 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.