Poco C65 vs Poco X9 Pro
Compare Poco C65 vs Poco X9 Pro side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 6500mAh battery…
Poco
C65
$119
1categories won
Poco
X9 Pro
$349
12categories won
7 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco X9 Pro takes the overall win
The Poco X9 Pro proves superior overall against the Poco C65, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the X9 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the X9 Pro. Choose the X9 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the C65 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X9 Pro takes battery honors offering 6,500 mAh alongside 90W charging.
X9 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra and 12GB RAM.
X9 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics.
C65 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $119 vs $349.
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 X9 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1220 x 2712Winner |
| Pixel density | 260 ppi | 446 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 600 nits | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra |
| Process node | 12 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 20 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p at 30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g | 194 g |
| Thickness | 8.09 mm | 7.9 mm |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass front, composite plastic frame and matte textured back with Poco camera deco | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 (HyperOS) | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | C65 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $119Winner | $349 |
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 X9 Pro
Redefining entry-level performance, the Poco X9 Pro delivers MediaTek’s 4nm Dimensity 8500-Ultra, an expansive 6,500 mAh battery, 90W fast charging, and a 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED screen for under $350.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,500mAh