Poco C85 vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 leads — 26/100 vs 9/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 195g).

The Poco C85 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 43
Design 56
Value for money 100
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 195g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Poco C85 scores 17 points higher (26/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). 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 Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85: The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 Tecno Pop 5X
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Unisoc
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 2GB
Storage 128GB 32GB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 195 g 150 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Poco C85
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85
$100
Tecno Pop 5X
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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (43/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (100/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Poco C85 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Poco C85 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.