Poco is ready to make a splash in the budget 5G smartphone segment. After a long wait, the company has officially announced the launch date for its upcoming smartphone, the Poco C85 5G, in India. This device promises powerful features at a low price, focusing on a massive battery and stylish design. For customers looking to upgrade to 5G connectivity, the Poco C85 5G could emerge as an excellent option.
Launch Date, Features, and Availability
Poco India announced via the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that the Poco C85 5G will launch in India on December 9, 2025. The launch event is scheduled for 12 PM IST. Post-launch, the smartphone will be available exclusively on the major e-commerce platform Flipkart.
Key Features and Specifications of the Poco C85 5G (Expected):
The company has confirmed a few key specifications ahead of the launch, while others are anticipated based on the global model:
- Battery and Charging: The phone is confirmed to come with a large 6,000mAh battery, supporting 33W fast charging and 10W reverse charging.
- Camera: The device will feature a 50MP AI dual rear camera setup housed in a square module. An 8MP front camera is expected for selfies.
- Display: It is expected to feature a 6.9-inch HD+ IPS LCD display, which may come with a 90Hz or 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor (Estimated): While the global variant used the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra processor, the Indian 5G variant is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ or Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 processor.
- Other: The phone may come with an IP64 dust and water resistance rating and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Price and Availability
The Poco C85 5G is expected to launch in the budget segment.
- Price (Potential): The starting price in India is estimated to be between ₹10,000 and ₹13,000, but the exact pricing will be announced during the launch event on December 9.
- Availability: For sale, the phone will be available on Flipkart immediately after the launch event.
