Redmi 9 vs Realme C85
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G35 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.53", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.8", LCD, 144Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP+2MP/5MP (Front) | 50MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 7000mAh, 45W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display | Performance, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Carbon Black, Sky Blue, Sporty Orange | Parrot Purple, Peacock Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 27, 2020 | November 28, 2025 | ||
| Availability | August 31, 2020 | November 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹8,999 | ₹15,499 |
Display
Winner:Redmi 9
| Type | IPS LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.53 inches | 6.8 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1570 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 256 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits |
Body
Winner:Realme C85
| Weight | 194 grams | 215 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | MIL-STD-810H compliant* | ||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP69 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Loudspeaker |
Processor
Winner:Realme C85
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G35 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Realme C85
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | AI Scene Detection, HDR | Cinematic Mode, Dual View, HDR, HIGH-RES, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Slow Motion, Time Lapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | 120fps Slo-mo, Cinematic mode |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Realme UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Portrait, AI Scene recognition | AI Assistant, AI Camera, AI Display, AI Edit Genie, AI Editor, AI Effective, AI Netpilot, AI Network, AI Smart Loop, Circle to Search, Google Gemini |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Realme C85
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | AI Beautification, AI portrait mode, Face recognition, HDR Photos, Palm shutter, Portrait Mode, Screen flash | Dual--view Video, Face unlock, Night mode, panorama, Portrait Mode, Screen flash, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 1080p@30 fps, 720@30fps, Time Lapse |
Battery
Winner:Realme C85
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 45 W |
Memory
Winner:Realme C85
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Realme C85
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | AGPS, Beidou, Glonass, GPS | A-GNSS, A-GPS, Beidou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Distance Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
