Poco C85 vs Realme C100x
Comparing the Poco C85 (2026) and the Realme C100x (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C100x leads — 31/100 vs 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5160); the Realme C100x has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't.
Poco C85
Realme C100x
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5160 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Realme C100x, the Realme C100x scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C85 | Realme C100x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Price | $100 | — |
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
- 7500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Realme C100x?
The Realme C100x edges out the Poco C85 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Realme C100x?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Realme C100x — 31/100.
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Realme C100x?
The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C100x is a better fit for everyday use.