Poco C65 vs Poco M7 Pro 5G
Compare Poco C65 vs Poco M7 Pro 5G side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 5110mAh battery…

Poco
C65
$119
5categories won

Poco
Poco M7 Pro 5G
$189
10categories won
5 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco M7 Pro 5G takes the overall win
The Poco M7 Pro 5G proves superior overall against the Poco C65, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Poco M7 Pro 5G takes the lead, while the C65 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Poco M7 Pro 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the C65 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Poco M7 Pro 5G takes battery honors offering 5,110 mAh alongside 45W charging.
C65 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) and 8GB RAM.
Poco M7 Pro 5G takes photography with 50MP optics.
C65 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $119 vs $189.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
C65 vs Poco M7 Pro 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2400Winner |
| Pixel density | 260 ppi | 395 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 600 nits | 2100 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra |
| Process node | 12 nm | 6 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 485,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 2240 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 16 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p at 30fps | 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,110 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 45 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g |
| Thickness | 8.09 mm | 7.99 mm |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP64 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass front, composite plastic frame and matte textured back with Poco camera deco | Polymer frame, distinctive POCO two-tone camera deco, glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 (HyperOS) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 3 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | C65 | Poco M7 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $119Winner | $189 |
Poco C65
The Poco C65 established itself as an ultra-affordable global best-seller by packing a fluid 90Hz 6.74-inch display, 50MP AI primary camera, massive 5000 mAh battery, and up to 8GB RAM with 256GB storage under $120.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Poco M7 Pro 5G
The POCO M7 Pro 5G brings flagship-grade features down to the budget tier: a Sony 50MP OIS sensor, a blinding 2,100 nits 120Hz AMOLED display, 45W fast charging, and IP64 splash proofing under $190.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,110mAh