Realme C85 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Realme C85 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C85 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Realme C85 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 215g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C85 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C85 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.4 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | $845 |
Camera comparison
Realme C85 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C85 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C85 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C85 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Realme C85 5G by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (82/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (87/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C85 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C85 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Realme C85 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C85 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C85 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C85 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.