Poco C85 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't; the Poco C85 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Poco C85 better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1299
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco C85 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco C85 by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1199. Poco C85 was $1199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (88/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.