Realme C85 4G Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR3438
Price of Realme C85 4G in South Africa as of Oct 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: Realme
Display: 6.8" IPS LCD, 144Hz, 1200 nits (HBM)
Chipset: Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm)
Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.96", PDAF
Battery: 7,000 mAh / 45W wired
Memory: 6 GB RAM / 128 GB storage
Should you buy the Realme C85 4G?
Reasons to Buy
- 7,000 mAh battery capacity
- 6.8" IPS LCD, 144Hz, 1200 nits (HBM) display for media and everyday use
- Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Detailed Specifications
Launch
| Announced | 2026-01-12 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2026-01-17 |
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model number | RMX5566 |
Body
| Dimensions | 166.2 x 78 x 8.4 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 215 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD, 144Hz, 1200 nits (HBM) |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.8 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1570 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| Brightness | 1200 nits (HBM) |
Platform
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
Memory
| RAM | 6 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 128 GB |
Camera
| Rear camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.96", PDAF |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP |
| Rear features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Selfie camera MP | 8 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 7,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Wired charging | 45W wired |
| Reverse charging | Reverse wired |
Connectivity
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint | side-mounted |
| Audio | Loudspeaker: Yes, 3.5mm jack: No |
| Colors | Kingfisher Blue, Swan Black |
Specifications last checked Jun 8, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Realme C85 4G was officially 2026-01-17.
The starting retail price for the Realme C85 4G in South Africa is currently za ZAR3438.
It features a 6.8" IPS LCD, 144Hz, 1200 nits (HBM) display with 720 x 1570 pixels resolution.
The verified rear camera specification is 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.96", PDAF, with video recording listed as 1080p@30/60fps.
The device lists a 7,000 mAh Si/C Li-Ion battery, with 45W wired wired charging.
