Xiaomi Poco C85x vs Xiaomi Redmi 15
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco C85x
4category wins
Xiaomi Redmi 15
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Poco C85x
Faster chip
Xiaomi Poco C85x
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi 15
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi 15
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Redmi 15
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi 15
Lighter body
Xiaomi Poco C85x
Best value for money
Xiaomi Poco C85x
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1600 | 2340 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 144 |
| Peak Brightness | 810 | 850 |
| PPI | 254 | 374 |
| Glass Type | — | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 84.3 | 85.7 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset Name | Unisoc T8300 | Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 3 | HyperOS 2.2 |
| OS Version | 16 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 15 +7%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 15 +5%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Poco C85x +3%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 880 | 938 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,073 | 2,183 |
| AnTuTu | 639,225 | 617,626 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Other | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Variants | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Wide | 32 MP, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 6300 | 7000 |
| Wired Charging (W) | 15 | 33 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 171.6 | 169.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| Other | Dust and splash resistant | — |
| Weight (g) | 210 | 217 |
| Width (mm) | 79.5 | 80.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2026, March 10 | 2025, August 01 |
| Status | Available. Released 2026, March 14 | Available. Released 2025, August 01 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 71 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C85x | Xiaomi Redmi 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass |
| Other | Virtual proximity sensing | — |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco C85x and Xiaomi Redmi 15 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Poco C85x is 5% cheaper at 40,000 DZD versus 42,000 DZD for the Xiaomi Redmi 15, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Xiaomi Redmi 15 packs a 7000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Poco C85x posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Xiaomi Redmi 15 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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