Poco C85 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Poco C85 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 195g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 43
Design 56
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 195g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

The Poco C85 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85: The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 195 g 173 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Poco C85
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85
$100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (83/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.