Upgrade Guide
Should You Upgrade from the C55 to the C63?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the C55 to the C63, 1 year apart.
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Probably not — keep your C55
The C63 is 1 year newer than the C55, and the BeastScore drops from 79.6 to 77.6. The biggest improvements: launched $20 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 8 points lower, 0.1" smaller screen.
What you gain with the C63
- +Launched $20 cheaper
What you give up
- −Performance rated 8 points lower
- −0.1" smaller screen
- −Lower-resolution main camera (−14 MP)
- −2 GB less RAM
| Spec | C55 | C63 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.6 | 77.6 | −2.0 (3%) |
| Performance score | 80 | 72 | −8 (10%) |
| 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" | 6.6" | −0.1" |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | −14 MP (22%) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | −2 GB (25%) |
| Weight | 189 g | 191 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $170 | $150 | −$20 (12%) |
Upgrade if…
- Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need
C55 vs C63: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the C55 to the C63?
Probably not — keep your C55. The C63 is 1 year newer than the C55, and the BeastScore drops from 79.6 to 77.6. The biggest improvements: launched $20 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 8 points lower, 0.1" smaller screen.
What is the biggest difference between the C55 and C63?
Launched $20 cheaper: $170 on the C55 vs $150 on the C63.
Does the C63 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 C63?
Upgrade if: Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need.