POCO C85x 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9", IPS LCD, 120Hz | 6.7", PLS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 32MP+0.03MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 6300mAh, 15W | 6000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia and Gaming | Battery, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Elite Black, Emerald Green, Sunset Gold | Blitz Blue, Vibe Violet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 10, 2026 | March 17, 2026 | ||
| Availability | March 14, 2026 | March 17, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹10,999 | ₹12,999 |
Display
Winner:POCO C85x 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | PLS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 254 ppi | 262 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
| Weight | 210 grams | 199 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Glass | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | |||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
| Chipset Brand | Unisoc | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | T8300 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
| Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 0.03 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Auxiliary | Depth | ||
| Features | HDR, LED-Flash, Night mode, Portrait mode, Time Lapse | Auto focus, LED-Flash, Night mode, panorama, Portrait mode, Slow Motion | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | 120fps Slo-mo |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | One UI | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera, Circle to Search, Gemini | Circle to Search with Google, Gemini Live | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Tie
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Face unlock, HDR Photos | 120fps Slo-mo, Face unlock | ||
| Video | 1080p@30 fps | 1080p@30 fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
| Capacity | 6300 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 25 W | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GPS | Beidou, Galileo, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio, Recording | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
