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realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 58% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 58%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

9.4

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

3.5

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 54%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £140
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
4GB + 128GB6GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme C85 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components:

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

9.4

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

3.5

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

6.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.5
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 Nano SIMs (Hybrid, uses shared microSDXC slot)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.8 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.8 inches which is larger than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1570 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1570 px which is lower than that of 96.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
254 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 254 ppi which is lower than that of 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
7,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 7,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 86% of smartphones and equal to those in 4.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
166.07 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 166.07 mm which is taller than 76.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
77.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.9 mm which is wider than 82.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.38 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.38 mm which is thicker than 55.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
215 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 215 g which is heavier than 77.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
102,256 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 102,256 cm³ which is larger than 74.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Edit Genie, AI Outdoor Mode, AI Performance Boost, AI Network Boost, AI Call-Volume Boost, AI Brightness Boost, AI Editor
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 85.7% cheaper
    realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 13.8% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,072 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,072 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2.0 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 22.3% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,098 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,098 vs 2,533
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Edit Genie, AI Outdoor Mode, AI Performance Boost, AI Network Boost, AI Call-Volume Boost, AI Brightness Boost, AI Editor
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 32.6% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1042 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,042 min vs 786 min
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 m vs 0 m
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1570 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1570 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 5.44x less popular
    realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1570 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1570 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1500:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 9.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (215 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    215 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.9 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.47 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (166.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    166.07 mm vs 163.6 mm

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Summary of the review
WalasTech: realme C85 5G Review: A Huge Upgrade

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What we like about realme C85 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely long battery life (7,000mAh) that can last up to two days with moderate use and supports reverse charging.
  • Exceptional durability with IP66, IP68, and IP69K water/dust resistance ratings, plus military-grade drop resistance.
  • Reliable and smooth performance for daily tasks, apps, and casual gaming thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and ample RAM options.
  • Bright 1,200-nit display that is easily usable under direct sunlight.
  • The 50MP main camera takes detailed and vibrant photos in good daylight conditions.
  • Relatively fast 45W wired charging support that can fully charge the large battery in under two hours.
  • Modern design that feels premium despite its budget price point.
  • Useful features like a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack (on some 4G variants), dual SIM support, and expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • Loud 400% UltraBoom speaker mode, useful in noisy environments.

What we don't like about realme C85 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Display is an HD+ LCD rather than a higher resolution Full HD or AMOLED panel, which can impact sharpness.
  • Camera performance suffers in low-light conditions, with photos appearing noisy or soft.
  • The camera system lacks an ultrawide lens, limiting versatility for landscape photography.
  • Video recording resolution is capped at 1080p at 30fps, with no 4K or 60fps options.
  • Comes with pre-installed apps and bloatware (Realme UI), which some users find cluttered.
  • Single down-firing speaker means audio lacks an immersive stereo sound experience.
  • Performance, while reliable for daily use, can experience occasional stutters and is not suited for demanding gaming titles on higher graphics settings.
  • Some users report potential long-term software update issues, with updates not always timely.
  • The touch response can be tricky with wet hands, although a specific feature attempts to mitigate this.

Verdict

The realme C85 (4GB + 128GB) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone with a focus on battery life and durability, featuring a massive 7000mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC fast charging, and a 6.8-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 octa-core processor and includes a 50MP main rear camera and an 8MP front camera. A major pro is its ruggedness, including military-grade shock resistance and IP68/IP69K dust and water resistance, making it very durable. However, a notable con is the relatively low HD+ display resolution (~254 ppi), which might be a drawback for users accustomed to sharper screens, and some user reviews indicate the single, downward-firing speaker can be a bit quiet or lack quality.

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