Poco C85 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $100 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5160); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 348,562); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't; the Poco C85 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Poco C85

Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 49
Portability 62
Value for money 60

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

Performance 89
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 80

What makes Poco C85 better?

  • Lighter: 195g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $300

  • Better portability (62/100 vs 45/100)

What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 348562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 419
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1461
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 49/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco C85 — 60/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (80/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (62/100 vs 45/100).

Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Poco C85 Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 348562 2726802
Geekbench Single 419 2725
Geekbench Multi 1461 8932
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 219 g
Launch price $100 $300

Camera comparison

Poco C85

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Poco C85

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Poco C85

  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Poco C85 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco C85 MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
348562 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
71/100 +87.2%
2726802 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Poco C85 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Poco C85

$100

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

$300

Launch price difference: $200. Poco C85 was $200 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (89/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (84/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (80/100 vs 49/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (62/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.