Poco C85 vs Vivo X300s
The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 348,562); the Poco C85 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco C85 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $723
- Better portability (62/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco C85 — 60/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (83/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco C85 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $623. Poco C85 was $623 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (83/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.