Poco C85 4G vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco C85 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 205g).

The Poco C85 4G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 205g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Poco C85 4G scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (48/100 vs 30/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 4G Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15, HyperOS 2 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 205 g 173 g
Price $92
Camera comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85 4G
$92
Vivo iQOO Z7
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 Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (83/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C85 4G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.