Poco C85 4G vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 16/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco C85 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The Poco C85 4G is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 205g vs 207g

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Poco C85 4G scores 16 points higher (32/100 vs 16/100). 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 36/100). 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C85 4G and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 4G ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15, HyperOS 2 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 207 g
Price $92
Camera comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85 4G
$92
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco C85 4G and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Poco C85 4G is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Poco C85 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.