Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco C81x
Comparison between Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro and Xiaomi Poco C81x: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the more complete choice: it brings a 6,000 mAh battery versus 5,200 mAh, plus UFS 2.2, 4 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB. The Poco C81x makes sense mainly for buyers who want a lighter phone, at 193 g versus 208 g.
For the display, the C81 Pro combines 800 nits with curved glass, while the C81x reaches 650 nits and uses a 21:9 ratio instead of 20:9. Both have an IPS LCD, 720 px resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate and 240 Hz touch sampling.
The C81 Pro is ahead again for performance and connectivity, with 4 GB versus 3 GB, maximum storage of 256 GB versus 64 GB, and UFS 2.2 instead of eMMC 5.1. It also adds NFC and uses AnTuTu v11, while the C81x lists AnTuTu v10; both include 15 W fast charging and reverse charging.
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro
The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the better buy for buyers who want more battery, UFS 2.2 storage and up to 256 GB.
Xiaomi Poco C81x
The Xiaomi Poco C81x is the better buy only if it costs less; its clear advantage is the 193 g weight versus 208 g.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro, ahead on Performance & hardware, Connectivity and Battery & charging. Unless Design & display decides it for you.
| Category | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.2 | 5.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.3 | 2.7 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 5.9 | 5.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.5 | 6.2 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,200 mAh
- RAM Capacity
- 4 GB
- against 3 GB
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 64 GB
Xiaomi Poco C81x, if you care about…
- Weight
- 193 g
- against 208 g
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc Tiger T615 (T7250) | Unisoc Tiger T615 (T7250) |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 1.8 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 64 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 413,133 | 308,681 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 437 | 437 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,461 | 1,461 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 1.8 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 1.8 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB Best value | 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Gold, Green | Blue, Black, Cyan |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm Best value | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 171.8 mm |
| Weight | 208 g | 193 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % Best value | 84.1 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | Dust Resistant, Splash Resistant, Water Resistant |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | — |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A | — |
| Battery Capacity | 6,000 mAh Best value | 5,200 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 21:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits Best value | 650 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ Best value | 6.88″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,640 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 254 ppi | 260 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification | Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification |
Sensors
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 4 years | 4 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B21, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, 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 | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 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 Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | 1 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Poco C81 Pro | Poco C81x |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | 25128PC17G | — |
