POCO M8 vs POCO C85 5G
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Beebom Score
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.9", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP/20MP (Front) | 50MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5520mAh, 45W | 6000mAh, 33W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
| Display | 6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.9", IPS LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP/20MP (Front) | 50MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5520mAh, 45W | 6000mAh, 33W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Software |
General
| Colors | Carbon Black, Frost Silver, Glacial Blue | Mystic Purple, Spring Green, Power Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | January 08, 2026 | December 09, 2025 | ||
| Availability | January 13, 2026 | December 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹11,999 | ||
| Colors | Carbon Black, Frost Silver, Glacial Blue | Mystic Purple, Spring Green, Power Black | ||
| Launch | January 08, 2026 | December 09, 2025 | ||
| Availability | January 13, 2026 | December 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹11,999 |
Display
Winner:POCO M8
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.77 inches | 6.9 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2392 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 387 ppi | 254 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 3200 nits | 810 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.77 inches | 6.9 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2392 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 387 ppi | 254 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 3200 nits | 810 nits |
Body
Winner:POCO M8
| Weight | 178 grams | 211 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance | |||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (Dolby Atmos certified) | Loudspeaker | ||
| Weight | 178 grams | 211 grams | ||
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance | |||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (Dolby Atmos certified) | Loudspeaker |
Processor
Winner:POCO M8
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G57 MC2 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:POCO M8
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Auxiliary | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Digital Zoom, Face Detection, HDR, LED Flash, Slow Motion, Touch Focus | HDR, LED Flash, Night, Portrait, Time-lapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | HDR, Video Nightscape, Video Portrait | |||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Auxiliary | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Digital Zoom, Face Detection, HDR, LED Flash, Slow Motion, Touch Focus | HDR, LED Flash, Night, Portrait, Time-lapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | HDR, Video Nightscape, Video Portrait |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Erase, AI Reflection Remover, Circle to Search with Google, Gemini Live | AI Camera | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Erase, AI Reflection Remover, Circle to Search with Google, Gemini Live | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
Winner:POCO C85 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 20 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR Photos, Screen flash | HDR Photos, Portrait Mode, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps, 720@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 20 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR Photos, Screen flash | HDR Photos, Portrait Mode, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps, 720@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:POCO M8
| Capacity | 5520 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 33 W | ||
| Capacity | 5520 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 33 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:POCO C85 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1) | BeiDou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1) | BeiDou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | In-display | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Virtual Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | In-display | Side Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Virtual Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Proximity Sensor |
