Jan 14, 2026
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Realme C85 5G has been tested live.This mid-range mobile phone has a 7000mAh battery, 144Hz screen, AI functions, and IP69 Pro heat and dust resistance equivalent to the industry standard.
, Jakarta - Realme has once again officially launched and marketed its new cellphone, the Realme C85 5G, in Indonesia.With many improvements in durability, performance, AI-based features the smartphone carries the slogan "Ultra Battery, Ultra Waterproof".
Before its official release, the Tekno team had the opportunity to test the Realme C85 5G first-hand which claims to have an ultra battery and water resistance.
So what is the Realme C85 5G mobile phone model?Come see the description below.
When first held, the Realme C85 5G feels light and thin for a phone with a large battery.With dimensions of 166.07×77.93×8.38(mm) and weight of 215 grams, the device still feels comfortable to use and is easy to put in your pocket.
This mobile phone is also equipped with a 7000mAh Tintan battery which is claimed to have a battery life of six years.The battery also supports 45W fast charging and 6.5W reverse charging.
The Realme C85 5G comes in two colors: Peacock Green and Parrot Purple. The back has a lightweight feather design with a texture similar to glossy bird feathers. The corners of this device are made with the flagship rounded corner concept for easy grip.
On the screen, the Realme C85 5G sports a 6.8-inch LCD Eye Comfort display panel with HD+ resolution of 1570x720.This screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz, for a brightness level of 1200 nits.
For performance, Realme C85 5G is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 6300 with 6nm manufacturing with octa-core processor.This mobile phone supports RAM up to 24GB and is equipped with AI Boost 3.0 feature and StellarFlow app.
Realme also includes various AI features starting with AI Outdoor Mode, AI Net Pilot, AI Smart Loop, Circle Two Search, and Google Gemini.
In the photography sector, AI also plays a role through AI editors that include AI Eraser, AI Ultra Clarity and AI Unblur to make it easier for users to edit photos quickly.
Interestingly, the Realme C85 5G gets IP69 Pro certification, making it the first mid-range smartphone to offer durability on par with industrial devices.
The IP69 Pro itself is the industry's highest water and dust resistance standard, a combination of IP69K, IP69, IP68 and IP66 ratings.Armed with this certification, the mobile phone can withstand high-pressure water jets up to 100 degrees Celsius, dust and other harsh conditions, which are very relevant for active users and field workers.
50MP Sony IMKS852 camera
Realme C85 5G already runs realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15 with liquid glass design display, new icons and smoother and more modern smart animations.
In case of mosquitoes, this phone has IP69 Pro water resistance certification, which includes IP69K, IP69, IP68 and IP66.Therefore, the Realme C85 5G is resistant to high levels of water spray, immersion and even hot water.This device has also passed the MIL-STD 810H military endurance test.
On the photography side, the Realme C85 5G has a 50MP Sony IMX852 main camera and an 8MP rear camera.Both rear and front cameras support video recording.
Below are some photo results using Realme C85 5G during the day and night.
Differences between Realme C85 and Realme C85 Pro
We continue the discussion on the existence of the Realme C85 series.Launching the latest Realme series in 2025, the company will introduce not just one model, but two, which are Realme C85 and Realme C85 Pro.
Both offer approaches that are not entirely similar.Realme C85 Pro seems to be a choice more oriented towards durability, visual comfort and stable performance for long-term use.
Here are the differences, hands-on experience and full features of the Realme C85 series: Realme C85 and Realme C85 Pro.
Key difference: Realme C85 vs C85 Pro
Although both share the DNA of rugged designs and monster batteries, Realme is implementing different specification strategies for different user segments.The most noticeable difference lies in the display and driving aspects
The Realme C85 Pro version looks more premium in the visual department.The phone has a 6.8-inch AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.The advantage of this panel is the richness of colors (100% DCI-P3) and extremely bright brightness.
In contrast, the Realm C85 (standard/5G) uses an IPS LCD panel with FHD resolution.As an individual,This regular version has a higher refresh rate called 144Hz which is meant to provide smoother scrolling.
Realme C85 and C85 prospm is the Qualcomple Snapdragon Snapdragon, but the Shipping for Multitaking.
In short, choose the Pro if you prioritize the quality of the AMOLED screen and premium features, or choose the regular variant if you want a 5G connection with a smooth 144Hz screen.
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