Side-by-side technical data
Poco M6 5G vs Xiaomi Poco C85 4G
Comparison between Poco M6 5G and Xiaomi Poco C85 4G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Poco and Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Poco M6 5G is the better fit for 5G and faster storage, while the Xiaomi Poco C85 4G brings a larger battery and a 120 Hz display. They are close overall: the M6 scores 5.1 and the C85 5.2.
The Poco M6 5G pairs a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ with UFS 2.2 storage; the Xiaomi Poco C85 4G has a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra and eMMC 5.1. The M6 is lighter at 195 g versus 205 g, though its IP53 rating trails the C85’s IP64. Its LTPS LCD panel also differs from the C85’s IPS LCD; the C85 reaches 120 Hz and 810 nits, compared with 90 Hz and 600 nits.
The Xiaomi’s 6000 mAh battery and 33 W charging beat the Poco M6 5G’s 5000 mAh and 18 W. The M6, in turn, supports 5G while the C85 is limited to GSM, HSPA, and LTE. Their front cameras are 5 MP and 8 MP, respectively. The C85 suits buyers after smoother scrolling and more battery capacity; the M6 is the pick for 5G and UFS 2.2.
Poco M6 5G
The Poco M6 5G is the better buy for buyers who need 5G and UFS 2.2 storage.
Xiaomi Poco C85 4G
The Xiaomi Poco C85 4G is the better buy for buyers who prioritize its 6000 mAh battery and 33 W charging.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Poco C85 4G, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware and Battery & charging. Unless Camera decides it for you.
| Category | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.4 | 4.8 |
| Camera | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 5.9 |
| Battery & charging | 6.0 | 6.9 |
Which one is for you?
Poco M6 5G, if you care about…
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
- Display Technology
- LTPS LCD
- against IPS LCD
- Weight
- 195 g
- against 205 g
- Cellular Technologies
- 5G
- against GSM, HSPA, LTE
Xiaomi Poco C85 4G, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Peak Display Brightness
- 810 nits
- against 600 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 442,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | 2x2.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A76 + 6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 | Octa-core CPU with 2x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 and 6x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Purple | Purple, Black, Green |
| Body Thickness | 8.1 mm | 8 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 168 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 195 g Best value | 205 g |
| Usable Surface | 83 % | 84.3 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP53 | IP64 Best value |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A |
| Repairability Class | — | C |
| Drop Test Count | — | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | A |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | — |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 33 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | — | 77 h 49 min |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | LTPS LCD Best value | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 600 nits | 810 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.74″ | 6.9″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi Best value | 254 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz Best value |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Gorilla Glass, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Mohs Level 6, IPS LCD, 120Hz, Multi-Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
Software
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, SBC, AAC | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Host, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.858 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.863 W/kg | — |
| Max. download speed | 3,300 Mbps Best value | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, SBC, AAC Best value | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker |
Technical
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | 25078PC3EE |
