Poco C85 - an ultra-budget smartphone with a powerful battery and 120Hz display

By: Viktor Tsyrfa | 01.09.2025, 12:04
Poco C85: Rumours and Leaks Surround the Next Budget Smartphone Poco C85. Source: Poco

After a series of leaks and rumours, POCO has officially unveiled the POCO C85, a new entry-level smartphone that surprises with its performance for the price.

Key features

  • Display: 6.9" 1600x720 LCD with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hz
  • Processor: MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (2 GHz, octa-core, 12nm) Mali-G52 MP2
  • Cameras: main - 50 MP f/1.8 with AI processing, FullHD video recording; front - 8 MP, in a U-shaped notch
  • Memory: 6 GB + 128 GB (expandable up to 16 GB via virtual memory), 8 GB + 256 GB
  • Battery: 6000 mAh (up to 82 hours of music), 33W fast charging, 10W reverse charging, Battery Health 3.0 durability standard
  • Dimensions: 173.16 x 81.07 x 8.2 mm
  • Other: IP64 dust and splash protection; TÜV Rheinland eye protection certification
  • Colours: Green, Purple, Black
  • Price:
    6/128 GB - 5200 UAH ($109 USD)
    8/256 GB - $129 USD

The POCO C85 is an example of how the budget segment is becoming more and more functional: a large screen and a powerful battery and even reverse charging - all in an 8 mm thick body. Owners of basic iPhones are once again humiliated by a 120Hz screen with dynamic refresh, which they will probably never get.

Source: mi.ua