Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi Poco M3 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Xiaomi Poco M3 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Xiaomi Poco M3 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB
Xiaomi Poco M3
Performance
54.7
70.9 ★
Camera
76.0
76.0
Battery
100.0 ★
96.0
Gaming
58.4
69.8 ★
Overall
70.3
80.0 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi Poco M3
70.9/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi Poco M3
69.8/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi Poco M3
80.0/100
Best Value
Xiaomi Poco M3
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi Poco M3
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi Poco M3
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi Poco M3
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.67"
Display Type
IPS LCD, 120Hz, 810 nits (HBM)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 1920Hz PWM, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 1200 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution
720x1600
1220x2712
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Ultra (4 nm)
GPU
Mali-G57 MC2
Mali-G615 MC2
RAM
4 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF Auxiliary lens
50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Selfie Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
20 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), 1/4.0", 0.7µm
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30/60fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
6000 mAh
5500 mAh
Charging
33W wired, PD, 50% in 28 min 10W reverse wired
45W wired, 100% in 52 min
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC
NFC
✗ No
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
173.2 x 81.1 x 8 mm (6.82 x 3.19 x 0.31 in)
162.3 x 74.4 x 8.4 mm or 8.6 mm
Weight
211g
5g
Build Material
N/A
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather)
Colors
Mystic Purple, Spring Green, Power Black
Black, Green, Silver
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2
Android 14, HyperOS
Our Verdict
Xiaomi Poco M3 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 80.0/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Gaming. Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB
Pros
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- No NFC
Xiaomi Poco M3
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB or Xiaomi Poco M3?
Xiaomi Poco M3 is the overall winner with a score of 80.0/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB or Xiaomi Poco M3?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB has better battery with a score of 100.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi Poco M3 is better for gaming with a score of 69.8/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Xiaomi Poco M3 offers better value at PKR 26,999 with a value score of 4.3.
What is the price difference between Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB and Xiaomi Poco M3?
Xiaomi Poco C85 8GB costs PKR 47,999 while Xiaomi Poco M3 costs PKR 26,999. The price difference is PKR 21,000.
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