Poco C65: A budget smartphone with a 50MP camera and a 90Hz display

Poco C65 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor
An undated image illustrating Poco C65. — Poco
An undated image illustrating Poco C65. — Poco

Poco, a sub-brand of Xiaomi, has announced the launch of its latest smartphone, the Poco C65, in India. The phone will be available exclusively on Flipkart from December 15, 2023. The Poco C65 is a rebranded version of the Redmi 13C, which was launched in China in October 2023.

Features of Poco C65

Poco C65 boasts a 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate, a waterdrop notch, and Gorilla Glass protection. The phone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor, coupled with 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. The phone also supports a microSD card slot for further expansion.

  • Released 2023, Nov 06 192g, 8.9mm thickness Android 13, Realme MIUI 14 128GB/256GB storage, card slot
  • 8-6GB RAM
    MediaTek Helio G85
  • 6.74"
    720x1600 pixels
  • 50MP
    1080p
  • 5000mAh
    Li-Po


Poco C65 has a dual rear camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP macro lens. The phone also has an 8MP selfie camera on the front. The camera features include night mode, HDR, panorama, and AI beautification.

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Poco C65 packs a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging via a USB Type-C port. The phone also has a 3.5mm headphone jack, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and 4G LTE connectivity. The phone runs on MIUI 14, based on Android 11.

Colour options and price of Poco C65

Poco C65 will be available in two colour options: Purple and Black. The phone is expected to be priced under Rs. 10,700 in India, making it a competitive option in the budget segment. The exact price and availability details will be revealed on December 15, 2023, on Flipkart.

Why should you buy Poco C65?

Poco C65 is a promising smartphone that offers a large display with a high refresh rate, a powerful processor, a decent camera, and a long-lasting battery. The phone also has a stylish design and a premium feel. 

The phone is ideal for those who are looking for a budget-friendly smartphone that can handle gaming, multitasking, and photography. Poco C65 is likely to compete with other popular phones in the same price range, such as the Poco M6 Pro 5G, the Redmi 12, and the Poco C55.