- By Alex David
- Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:03 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Realme C85 5G is set to launch in India, and the timing couldn’t have been better. Realme 5s was launched in Vietnam earlier this month and is now reportedly coming to India next week - November 28. Serving as the follow-up to the Realme C75 5G, this phone fills a slot in the midrange price bracket but brings features that are a tier above it—especially with such a gigantic 7,000mAh battery and better display tech. If you’ve been waiting for a cheap phone with good battery life and better-than-average daily performance, this is one to watch.
Here’s a rundown of everything that’s confirmed and what we expect leading up to the launch.
Realme C85 5G: Key Specifications (Expected & Confirmed)
Battery and Charging
The highlight is clear:
- 7,000mAh battery
- 45W wired fast charging
This makes the C8 5G one of the biggest-battery phones in its class and it should breeze through two days with ease for most people.
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Display
Realme has confirmed multiple upgrades here:
- AMOLED panel
- 1,200-nit peak brightness
- IP69 Pro water and dust resistance
- SGS Military Grade durability certification
For comparison, the Vietnam model has:
- 6.8-inch screen
- Up to 144Hz refresh rate
If Realme does keep things the same for India—and why wouldn’t it?—it’s going to be one of the smoothest displays in this segment.
Performance
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC
A reliable mid-range chipset aimed at efficiency and stable 5G performance.
Cameras
- 50MP primary rear camera
- 8MP front-facing camera
Realme is also introducing new AI features for better image processing and overall camera output.
Software
Android 15-based Realme UI 6
This gives it a noticeable edge over competitors still shipping Android 14.
Other Features
- Up to 256GB storage (based on global variant)
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Likely dual SIM + expandable storage
- 5G connectivity with AI-assisted optimisations
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Realme C85 5G India Price (Expected)
The Realme C75 5G was unveiled for ₹12,999 in India and the C85 does not look like it will stray too far from that range despite having all-out improvements. Early estimates place it around:
₹13,499 – ₹15,499
As long as Realme keeps the price under ₹15,000, the C85 5G is going to be one of the most compelling mid-range options of the year.
Final Thoughts
Realme is obviously pitching the C85 5G as a battery-first, durability-centric device that offers significant improvements over the C75. With an AMOLED screen, better water resistance and Android 15 some users will find it appealing if longevity on a budget is high on their priority list.
If priced well, the Realme C85 5G is likely to be one of the most sought-after mid-rangers this season.
