Side-by-side technical data
Poco M6 5G vs Xiaomi Poco C85x
Comparison between Poco M6 5G and Xiaomi Poco C85x: 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 suits buyers who prioritize the main camera and more memory; the Xiaomi Poco C85x is a better fit for a smoother display and a larger battery. Their overall scores are tied, so the choice comes down to those differences.
The M6 has a 50 MP main camera versus 32 MP on the C85x, and 8 GB of RAM versus 4 GB. It also doubles the maximum storage capacity, with 256 GB versus 128 GB. The C85x scores 479,500 in AnTuTu, compared with 442,000 for the M6.
The C85x display runs at 120 Hz and reaches 810 nits, versus 90 Hz and 600 nits on the M6. Its battery is 6,300 mAh versus 5,000 mAh, while the M6 charges at 18 W compared with 15 W. The M6 weighs 195 g and has IP53 resistance; the C85x weighs 210 g and carries an IP52 rating.
Poco M6 5G
The Poco M6 5G is the better buy for buyers who prioritize a 50 MP main camera and 8 GB of RAM.
Xiaomi Poco C85x
The Xiaomi Poco C85x is the better buy for buyers who want a 120 Hz display and a 6,300 mAh battery.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Poco C85x, ahead on Connectivity and Battery & charging. Unless Camera decides it for you.
| Category | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.4 | 4.2 |
| Camera | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 6.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.0 | 6.5 |
Which one is for you?
Poco M6 5G, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB
- Display Technology
- LTPS LCD
- against IPS LCD
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Weight
- 195 g
- against 210 g
Xiaomi Poco C85x, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,300 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 479,500
- against 442,000
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Unisoc T8300 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MP2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 442,000 | 479,500 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 908 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 2,221 |
| CPU Description | 2x2.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A76 + 6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Purple | Black, Green, Gold |
| Body Thickness | 8.1 mm Best value | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 168 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 195 g Best value | 210 g |
| Usable Surface | 83 % | 84.3 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP53 Best value | IP52 |
Battery
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,300 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W Best value | 15 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable, Reverse Charging |
Display
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 240 Hz |
| 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 | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| 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 B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| 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 | GPS, A-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, FM Radio, Virtual Proximity Sensing, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, 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 | — |
Audio
| Specification | M6 5G | Poco C85x |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, SBC, AAC | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE |
