Realme C85 vs Vivo Y400 – Which one is worth buying?

Realme C85 vs Vivo Y400 – Which one is worth buying?

Realme C85 vs Vivo Y400 - Which one is worth buying?

Realme C85 4G and Vivo Y400 are two decent smartphones, and both promise great value for money and solid performance on paper. But do they really deliver good real-life performance? If so, which one should you buy? To answer these questions, we are going to compare both phones side by side and see which one is worth buying. Not only performance, but overall value for money will also be evaluated. So let’s dive in and see how these phones, the Realme C85 4G and Vivo Y400, actually perform.

Before starting the main comparison, let’s take a look at the highlighted specifications of both phones. Both smartphones support 4G connectivity. Although a 5G variant of the Realme C85 exists (Realme C85 5G), this comparison focuses on the 4G variant. The display size of both phones is almost identical. The Vivo Y400 features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, while the Realme C85 comes with a 6.8-inch IPS LCD display. The Y400 offers a higher screen resolution (1080p vs 720p) compared to the Realme C85, whereas the Realme C85 provides a higher screen refresh rate. Both smartphones use the same processor and offer identical storage options. Below is the list of the highlighted specifications of both phones.

Specification Realme C85 4G Vivo Y400
Announced December 2025 September 2025
Platform Android 15, RealmeUI 6.0 Android 15, Funtouch OS 15
Dimensions 166.18 x 78.03 x 8.4 mm 162.29 x 75.31 x 7.99 mm
Weight 212g 198g
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nanometers) Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nanometers)
GPU Adreno 610 Adreno 610
Screen IPS LCD Display AMOLED Display
Size 6.8 Inches (17.27 centimeters) 6.67 Inches (16.94 centimeters)
Resolution 720 x 1570 pixels (~256 PPI) 1080 x 2400 pixels (~394 PPI)
Protection MIL-STD-810H compliant, glass front, IP68/IP69K, IP69 Pro (water resistance) Composite plastic sheet, IP68, IP69
Features 144Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, 1200 nits (HBM) 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits (HBM), 1800 nits (peak)
Internal 128/256GB internal storage, 8GB of RAM 256GB internal storage, 8GB of RAM - UFS 2.2
Extrenal microSDXC No
Camera Single: 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide lens) Dual: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide lens) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth sensor)
Video 1080p@30fps, time lapse (1080p@30/60fps) 1080p@30fps
Selfie 8 MP, f/2.0 (wide) 8 MP, f/2.1, (wide lens)
USB Type USB Type-C 2.0 USB Type-C 2.0
Battery 7000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W Fast Charging, Reverse wired, Bypass charging 44W Fast Charging
Price 54,999/- PKR 64,999/- PKR

Performance differences:

Realme C85 4G

PUBG FPS
40 FPS
Charge in 30 mins
36%
0–100% Charge
106 mins
Antutu Score
469,483

Vivo Y400

PUBG FPS
40 FPS
Charge in 30 mins
45%
0–100% Charge
68 mins
Antutu Score
369,735

Major differences:

Vivo Y400 has better screen
Vivo Y400 is little slim
Vivo Y400 charges the phone little faster because of smaller size
Realme C85 has bigger battery
Realme C85 has side-mounted while Vivo has in-display fingerprint
Selfies are slightly better in Realme (no major difference)
Realme C85 provides better protection against water

Final verdict:

So, if we put everything together, we can clearly see some major differences between the two phones. The first and biggest difference is the display. The Vivo Y400 offers better display quality, better visibility, and a higher resolution. On the other hand, the Realme C85 uses an IPS LCD display with a 720p resolution, which could be a deal-breaker for many users. However, the comparison does not end here.

In terms of performance, both phones are identical. They are powered by the Snapdragon 685 processor, both run PUBG at 40 FPS, and both have nearly similar AnTuTu scores (Vivo Y400’s AnTuTu score on version 10 is shown in the table). This means there is no major difference from the performance perspective.

When it comes to the camera department, there is also no significant difference. The Vivo Y400 features a dual rear camera setup, while the Realme C85 has a single rear camera. In real-life usage, both phones deliver almost similar camera performance. However, the Vivo Y400 has a slight edge due to its depth sensor, allowing it to capture better bokeh photos in proper daylight conditions.

Looking at battery capacity, the Realme C85 clearly takes the lead. It comes with a 7000 mAh battery, while the Vivo Y400 has a 6000 mAh battery, which is 1000 mAh smaller. The charging speed of both phones is almost the same (44W vs 45W). This is why the Vivo Y400 charges from 0 to 100 percent faster than the Realme C85 due to its smaller battery. This larger battery is also the reason why the Realme C85 feels slightly bulkier.

To conclude this comparison, if you are someone who consumes media frequently or wants a phone with a stylish design, a decent camera, and a slim profile, the Vivo Y400 is a better choice. On the other hand, if you need a phone with a larger battery and fast charging and are not heavily into media consumption, then the Realme C85 is the better pick. The base variant of the Realme C85 is slightly cheaper compared to its top 256GB variant.

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