Xiaomi has just launched the POCO C55, an affordable smartphone in India that appears to be a near-identical copy of last year’s Redmi 12C, currently only available in China. While the two devices share a lot of similarities, the Poco C55 does have some differences in appearance, since it has a leather-like back and a different camera block design.
In terms of specifications, the POCO C55 features a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, which is not the latest but is typically found in budget devices, and is expected to tip above 200K in AnTuTu benchmark. It comes with 4 or 6GB of RAM, 64 or 128GB of storage, and support for memory cards.
The phone has a standard 5000mAh battery, with a slow charging speed of only 10W. The screen is 6.71 inches with a resolution of 720×1650 and a pixel density of 268 PPI. The cameras are simple, with a 5 MP front-facing camera and a 50MP primary camera at the back, along with an auxiliary AI lens.
The device does not have an NFC module, but it does feature dual-band Wi-Fi and a fingerprint scanner located at the back. It also has an outdated Micro-USB connector, and it is still based on Google Android 12 with MIUI 13 for POCO devices.
Xiaomi Poco C55 key specifications
| Basis | Nokia C02 |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.45-inches FullView |
| CPU / GPU | UNISOC SC9832E |
| Storage / RAM | 2GB + 32GB |
| Cameras | Rear: 5-megapixel + LED flash Front: 2MP |
| OS (UI) | Android 12 (Go Edition) |
| Data | 2G/3G/4G LTE, BT/WiFi |
| Battery | 3000mAh battery (5W charger) |
| Additional Features | Single / Dual SIM, FaceID |
| Dimension (Weight) | 148.7 x 71.2 x 10 mm (191 grams) |
Pricing and availability
The POCO C55 is available in Cool Blue, Power Black, and Forest Green colors. The two storage options are priced as follows;
- 4GB + 64GB = $115
- 6GB + 128GB = $133
Both storage options will be available for purchase via Indian Flipkart starting from 12PM on the 28th of February.
