Realme has dropped a new budget 5G contender in India, and it’s clearly built for people who just want a phone that lasts. The Realme C85 5G arrives with a massive 7,000mAh battery, MediaTek’s Dimensity 6300 chipset, and one of the toughest durability ratings you’ll find in this price range. It goes on sale in early December and aims squarely at users looking for long battery life, smooth everyday performance, and solid toughness without paying a premium.
Price and Availability
Realme is keeping things simple with two variants:
- 4GB + 128GB: ₹14,999
- 6GB + 128GB: ₹16,499
You can buy the phone in Parrot Purple and Peacock Green starting December 1 at noon on Realme’s official store and partner online platforms.
With this pricing, the C85 5G jumps straight into the crowded ₹15,000 5G smartphone segment, an area where nearly every brand is fighting to deliver better value, bigger batteries, and faster connectivity.
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Built for Everyday Speed
Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 paired with up to 6GB RAM, running on Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15. It’s not built to break performance records, but it’ll easily handle daily tasks — browsing, social apps, calls, and even some light gaming.
For anyone still stuck on a 4G phone, this feels like a clean and noticeable upgrade, especially with smoother animations and quicker app switching.
Cameras: Simple and Straightforward
The Realme C85 5G includes a 50MP primary camera, supported by AI photo tools that help you make quick tweaks before sharing. It’s meant for simple point-and-shoot photography rather than full-blown pro camera experiments — perfect for casual users who want good-looking pictures without complicated settings.
The Real Highlight: Battery + Durability
Let’s be honest — the battery is what steals the spotlight.
The 7,000mAh pack is one of the biggest in its segment, and Realme claims it can easily last two days on a single charge. You also get 45W fast charging and 6.5W reverse wired charging to power smaller gadgets on the go.
What’s even more surprising is the ruggedness.
The Realme C85 5G comes with:
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- IP69 Pro dust and water resistance (tested for 6m submersion for 30 minutes)
- MIL-STD 810H certification for drop protection up to 2 metres
Realme even says the phone helped them enter the Guinness World Records for “Most people performing a mobile phone water resistance test.” It’s clear the company wants buyers to know this phone can take a beating.
A Strong New Option in Budget 5G
With its monster battery, 5G support, and unexpected toughness, the Realme C85 5G stands out in a segment where most phones look and feel the same. It’s made for users who want dependability more than anything — long battery life, everyday speed, and the confidence that their phone won’t crack at the first drop
