{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-spark-50s-vs-xiaomi-poco-c85/",
    "generated": "2026-10-20T11:51:48+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Spark 50s vs Xiaomi Poco C85",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Poco C85 is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 73 against 51 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and memory & storage. The Tecno Spark 50s still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Xiaomi Poco C85 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 39,999 against PKR 80,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Tecno Spark 50s",
            "slug": "tecno-spark-50s",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-spark-50s/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Tecno-Burgundy-Smartphone-Product-Render-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 80999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-10-18T06:25:15+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 56.9,
                "battery": 81.3,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 37.5,
                "value": 36.7,
                "overall": 50.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "October 16, 2026 (announced); expected release date: October 20, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "167.9 × 79.3 × 8.2 mm",
                    "Weight": "210 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64 (dust-tight and protected against water splashes)."
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.78 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1576 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 120Hz refresh rate, approximately 256 ppi, 560 nits brightness.",
                    "Protection": "Not specified."
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 2 × 2.5GHz Cortex-A76 + 6 × 2.0GHz Cortex-A55",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 HIOS 16"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB / 8GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB UFS 2.2",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)."
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP, f/1.8, wide-angle, autofocus, LED flash.",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0, wide-angle.",
                    "Video recording": "Rear: 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps. Front: 720p video recording."
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable). 6500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "45W wired charging, bypass charging."
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity sensor, compass.",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C."
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco C85",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-c85",
            "brand": "Xiaomi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/xiaomi/xiaomi-poco-c85/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-17-2025-12_21_23-PM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 39999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-11-17T07:23:54+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 54,
                "camera": 82,
                "battery": 78.3,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 73
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "October 2025",
                    "Dimensions": "171.6 × 79.5 × 8.0 mm",
                    "Weight": "205 g"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9 in",
                    "Resolution": "1600 × 720 pixels (~254 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G52 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP main + auxiliary lens",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion, 6000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "33 W wired fast-charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM (Dual Standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "Bluetooth 5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity sensor, virtual proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-poco-c85",
        "margin": 22.5,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 13,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 54
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c85"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 56.9,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 82
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c85"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 81.3,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 78.3
                },
                "leader": "tecno-spark-50s"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 37.5,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 50
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c85"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-spark-50s": 36.7,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c85": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c85"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Poco C85 costs PKR 41,000 less.",
        "Tecno Spark 50s packs a 500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Tecno Spark 50s charges 12W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Poco C85 ships with 128 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Spark 50s or Xiaomi Poco C85?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C85 comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 22.5 points. It wins on performance, camera, memory & storage and value for money. Tecno Spark 50s can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Tecno Spark 50s and Xiaomi Poco C85 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 50s is listed at PKR 80,999 and Xiaomi Poco C85 at PKR 39,999. That makes Xiaomi Poco C85 cheaper by PKR 41,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Tecno Spark 50s or Xiaomi Poco C85?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C85 scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Tecno Spark 50s or Xiaomi Poco C85?",
            "answer": "Tecno Spark 50s leads on battery. Tecno Spark 50s carries a 6500 mAh cell and Xiaomi Poco C85 a 6000 mAh cell, with 45W and 33W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Spark 50s or Xiaomi Poco C85?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C85 is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Spark 50s runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6 nm) while Xiaomi Poco C85 runs the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}