POCO C85 is positioned as a budget-focused smartphone under ₹15K, highlighting a large battery and a smooth 120Hz display. Starting at ₹11,999, it targets users who want fluid performance and all-day battery life without spending more.
POCO C85 – Key Specifications
Display: 6.9" HD+ LCD, 120Hz refresh rate
Processor: MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra
RAM & Storage: Up to 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, microSD support
Rear Camera: 50MP main camera
Front Camera: 8MP selfie camera
Battery: 6000mAh, 33W fast charging
Software: HyperOS based on Android
Price in India: Starts at ₹11,999 (4GB + 128GB)
120Hz Display and MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra Power POCO C85’s Core Experience
Talking about the display POCO C85 sports a 6.9-inch HD+ LCD with an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, up to 240Hz touch sampling, and TUV eye-care certifications. Reaching around 660 nits of brightness, the display balances smooth performance, outdoor readability, and battery efficiency.
This phone comes with MediaTek’s Helio G81-Ultra octa-core chipset with a Mali-G52 GPU, aiming at smooth everyday performance rather than high-end gaming. It’s paired with LPDDR4X RAM, eMMC 5.1 storage, and includes microSD expansion, with POCO officially confirming the Helio G81-Ultra despite some brief retail listing confusion.
On the back a 50MP rear sensor and an 8MP front camera, focused on daylight shots and casual use. Video is capped at 1080p, making it suitable for social media and everyday photography rather than advanced low-light or multi-camera performance.
The POCO C85 stands out for battery life with a 6,000mAh battery and 33W fast charging, focused on long-term endurance rather than speed. It also includes practical extras like a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 3.5mm headphone jack, IP64-rated splash resistance, and optional NFC depending on the market.
Let’s talk software, The POCO C85 runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2 based on Android, with features varying by region. It supports 4G connectivity in India and includes essentials like dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, and a USB-C port.
POCO C85 will be sold in India in three variants 4GB/128GB at ₹11,999, 6GB/128GB at ₹12,999, and 8GB/128GB at ₹14,499 with sales starting on December 16, 2025. Launch offers may lower the effective price, and the phone will be available in Power Black, Spring Green, and Mystic Purple colour options.
