P3x 5G vs Poco C85
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 1 point overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The P3x 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: P3x 5G 73 · Poco C85 72 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The P3x 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm) is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
Battery capacities are close enough not to decide this.
The P3x 5G is supported until Feb 2029 — 6 months longer than the Poco C85.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Full spec table
| Spec | P3x 5G | Poco C85 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $150 | $110 |
| Display | 6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz | 6.9-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz, 810 nits peak |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm) | MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra |
| RAM | 6GB/8GB | 6GB/8GB |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 6,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired SuperVOOC | 33W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 2MP depth | 50MP main |
| Dimensions | 165.7 × 76.2 × 7.99 mm | 171.6 × 79.5 × 8.0 mm |
| Weight | 197 g | 205 g |
| Water resistance | IP68/IP69 | IP64 |
| Supported until | Feb 2029 | Sep 2028 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.