Poco C85 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 348,562); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Poco C85 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $650
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco C85 — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Poco C85 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Poco C85 was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (73/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.