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).

The Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 23 points (32/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • 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)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85 4G
$92
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.