Poco C85 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 195g).

The Poco C85 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 43
Design 56
Value for money 100
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C85 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 195g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Poco C85 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 leads (43/100 vs 19/100). 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 Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C85: The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C85 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 195 g 171 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Poco C85
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Poco C85
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C85
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C85
$100
Vivo Y23 Pro
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 Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C85 (52/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (43/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (86/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco C85 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.