Poco C85 4G vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 22/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco C85 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).

The Poco C85 4G is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh

  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 205g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 4G vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Poco C85 4G scores 10 points higher (32/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 24/100). 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 V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Poco C85 4G are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (62/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 4G ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 33W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15, HyperOS 2 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 190 g
Price $92
Camera comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85 4G
$92
ZTE V40 Pro
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 V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Poco C85 4G are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (62/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 4G or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Poco C85 4G is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 4G and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Poco C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 4G or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 4G over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.