Upgrade Guide
Should You Upgrade from the C55 to the C61?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the C55 to the C61, 1 year apart.
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Probably not — keep your C55
The C61 is 1 year newer than the C55, and the BeastScore drops from 79.6 to 75.6. The biggest improvements: launched $40 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 16 points lower, 0.2" smaller screen.
What you gain with the C61
- +Launched $40 cheaper
What you give up
- −Performance rated 16 points lower
- −0.2" smaller screen
- −Lower-resolution main camera (−14 MP)
- −4 GB less RAM
| Spec | C55 | C61 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.6 | 75.6 | −4.0 (5%) |
| Performance score | 80 | 64 | −16 (20%) |
| Camera score | 84 | 84 | No real change |
| Battery score | 86 | 86 | No real change |
| Display score | 62 | 62 | No real change |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | No real change |
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.5" | −0.2" (3%) |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | −14 MP (22%) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | −4 GB (50%) |
| Weight | 189 g | 189 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $170 | $130 | −$40 (24%) |
Upgrade if…
- Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need
C55 vs C61: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the C55 to the C61?
Probably not — keep your C55. The C61 is 1 year newer than the C55, and the BeastScore drops from 79.6 to 75.6. The biggest improvements: launched $40 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 16 points lower, 0.2" smaller screen.
What is the biggest difference between the C55 and C61?
Launched $40 cheaper: $170 on the C55 vs $130 on the C61.
Does the C61 have a bigger battery than the C55?
No — both have about the same battery capacity (5,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).
Who should upgrade to the C61?
Upgrade if: Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need.