The latest addition to the Poco C-series lineup has officially launched – the Poco C85, powered by the MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra SoC and boasting a massive 6,000mAh battery. Packed with a 50MP rear camera and HyperOS 2 based on Android 15, the device offers value-driven features for budget-conscious smartphone buyers.
Poco C85 Price and Availability
The Poco C85 is priced at $109 (approx. Rs. 9,600) for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, while the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage version has an early bird price of $129 (approx. Rs. 11,400). The regular pricing and India launch details are yet to be confirmed. The phone is listed in Purple, Black, and Green color options on the official Xiaomi store.
Poco C85 Key Specifications
- Display: 6.9-inch LCD with 1600×720 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and TÜV Rheinland certification for eye protection.
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra octa-core SoC with Mali-G52 MC2 GPU.
- RAM & Storage: Up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB eMMC 5.1 storage, expandable via microSD (up to 1TB).
- Cameras: 50MP primary rear camera with f/1.8 aperture and 8MP front camera, both supporting 1080p video recording.
- Battery: 6,000mAh battery with 33W wired fast charging via USB Type-C.
- OS: HyperOS 2 based on Android 15.
- Build: IP64 dust and splash resistance, measures 171.56×79.47×7.99mm, and weighs 205g.
Connectivity and Features
The Poco C85 supports dual-SIM 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS, Glonass, Galileo, and Beidou. It comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, AI face unlock, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Onboard sensors include an accelerometer, electronic compass, ambient light sensor, and virtual proximity sensor.
The handset also offers DC dimming, low blue light support, circadian-friendly mode, and a TÜV Rheinland-certified flicker-free display for comfortable long-term usage.
The Poco C85 is aimed at users seeking a long-lasting battery, strong performance, and budget-friendly pricing without compromising on essential modern smartphone features.