Poco C85 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco C85 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 43/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco C85 5G better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 47 points higher (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 5G (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C85 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco C85 5G by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C85 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 5G (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 5G by 47 points (90/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco C85 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 5G over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.