Mumbai, Dec 9th, 2025: POCO, one of India’s leading consumer technology brands, is set to disrupt the budget smartphone segment yet again with its latest launch, POCO C85 5G. Designed for India’s dynamic youth who demand unstoppable reliability on the go, this smartphone redefines value in the sub-₹12K segment with unmatched endurance and style.

Equipped for the best battery experience, the POCO C85 5G packs a 6000mAh battery that delivers over two days of power. With 33W Fast Charging, you can get 50% charge in just about 28 minutes, ensuring you’re never slowed down, while 10W Wired Reverse Charging allows the device to double as a portable power bank for mobiles, TWS earbuds, smartwatches, and other accessories .

India’s always on the move lifestyle. The smartphone brings effortless style you can flaunt, featuring a sleek, modern design with a quad-curved back, a slim 7.99mm profile, and a premium dual-tone finish available in Mystic Purple, Spring Green, and Power Black.

With segment’s largest 6.9-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate delivers buttery-smooth scrolling, immersive gaming, and vivid visuals. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (up to 450K+ AnTuTu score) and up to 16GB Turbo RAM. Running HyperOS 2.2 on Android 15 out of the box, it boasts IP64 dust and water resistance, a 50MP AI dual rear camera, and 8MP selfie shooter for sharp shots in any light.

Speaking on the launch, Ankit Singh, GTM Head, POCO India said, “We’re thrilled to unveil the new POCO C85 5G, a device that embodies power, performance, and innovation, pushing boundaries in the budget smartphone segment. Delivering the segment’s best battery experience with 6000mAh battery, 33W Fast Charging and 10W Wired Reverse Charging feature along with segment’s largest 6.9-inch display – all at an unbeatable price. The POCO C85 5G is designed to keep up with your busiest days, longest binge sessions, and most demanding apps without compromise, every feature is crafted to give users the freedom and confidence to Flaunt Your Power.”

Ken Sekhar, Marketing Head, POCO India, added “At POCO, our mission has always been to deliver power that lasts—not just in our devices, but in the experiences we enable. With the POCO C85 5G, we’ve combined enduring performance with a modern design and a premium dual-tone finish that users will be proud to flaunt. Whether it’s gaming, binge-watching, or multitasking, the C85 offers an uncompromised smartphone experience that keeps users connected, productive, and confidently in control—every single day”

What makes the POCO C85 5G stand out?

• Best battery experince with 6000mAh battery offering over two days of use, paired with 33W fast charging and a highly practical 10W wired reverse charging feature.
• Features a quad-curved back for an excellent in-hand feel, a slim 7.99mm profile, a premium dual-tone finish, and a distinctive camera deco that stands out effortlessly.
• Segment’s largest 6.9-inch display coupled with a 120Hz refresh rate for ultra-smooth scrolling, swiping, gaming, and binge-watching.
• Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 6300, delivering impressive performance with an AnTuTu score of over 450K. It runs HyperOS 2.0 on Android 15 out of the box and offers the segment’s best software promise—2 Android upgrades and 4 years of security updates.
• As compared to its predecessor, POCO C85 5G takes a big leap forward, the POCO C85 takes a big leap forward with a more powerful battery, an upgraded larger and sharper display, and a premium quad-curved back design that ensures exceptional in-hand comfort.

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