Poco C85 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 348,562); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't; the Poco C85 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco C85 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $499
- Better portability (62/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco C85 — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco C85 (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 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 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco C85 by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Poco C85 was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco C85 (75/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.