Amid the disappearance of budget models in the market, which is facilitated by memory shortages due to the development of artificial intelligence, some manufacturers continue to offer 5G smartphones at low prices. This review examines a model from POCO that was released in March but is still sold on e-commerce platforms.
POCO launched this device into the Indian market in the budget segment. Its initial starting price was 10,999 rupees. At this price, users receive specifications such as 5G connectivity, a 6300 mAh battery, a 120 Hz display, and a 32 MP camera.
The model with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage costs 10,999 rupees, while the version with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage is available for 11,999 rupees. Sales of this phone began on Flipkart on March 14, 2026. The device is available in three color options: black, gold, and green.
The smartphone is equipped with a large 6.9-inch display with an HD+ resolution (720x1600 pixels). Its key feature is the 120 Hz refresh rate, which ensures smoother interaction with the screen during scrolling and general use. Additionally, the display supports a touch sensor frequency of up to 240 Hz. POCO has also provided TÜV Rheinland certification for the screen.
The most outstanding feature of the device is the 6300 mAh battery. According to POCO's statements, this energy reserve should last for two days with standard usage. The phone supports 15W wired charging, as well as 7.5W reverse wired charging. The company guarantees the retention of 80% battery health even after 1000 charge cycles.
In terms of cameras, the rear panel features a dual system, the central element of which is the main 32 MP module. A front camera of 8 MP is provided for selfies and video calls. The processor installed is the Unisoc T8300 with a maximum clock speed of 2.2 GHz. The device comes with 4 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64 GB or 128 GB storage. Memory expansion up to 2 TB is also supported via a microSD card. The phone runs on Android 16 based on HyperOS. Additional features include an IP52 rating, a side fingerprint sensor, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port. The weight of the smartphone is about 210 grams.
Detailed technical specifications of the Poco C85x 5G include: 6.9-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with 1600x720 pixel resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, and 240 Hz touch rate; Unisoc T8300 processor; 4 GB LPDDR4X RAM; 64 GB and 128 GB storage with expandable capacity up to 2 TB; Android 16 operating system; rear camera with a 32 MP main module and dual setup; 8 MP front camera; 6300 mAh battery; 15W wired and 7.5W reverse charging; support for 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G networks in both SIM slots; support for dual nano-SIM and separate microSD slot; Wi-Fi 5; Bluetooth 5.4; USB Type-C; 3.5 mm audio jack; security with side fingerprint scanner and face recognition; IP52 dust and water protection; stereo speakers; support for GPS, GLONASS, and BeiDou; dimensions 171.56 × 79.47 × 8.15 mm; weight approximately 210 grams; colors: black, gold, and green.
