Should You Upgrade from the C55 to the C65?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the C55 to the C65, 1 year apart.
Probably not — keep your C55
The C65 is 1 year newer than the C55, and both phones land on almost the same BeastScore (79.6 vs 79.6). The biggest improvements: launched $10 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: 0.1" smaller screen, lower-resolution main camera (−14 mp).
What you gain with the C65
- +Launched $10 cheaper
What you give up
- −0.1" smaller screen
- −Lower-resolution main camera (−14 MP)
| Spec | C55 | C65 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.6 | 79.6 | No real change |
| Performance score | 80 | 80 | No real change |
| 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 | 8 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 189 g | 192 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $170 | $160 | −$10 (6%) |
Upgrade if…
- Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need
C55 vs C65: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the C55 to the C65?
Probably not — keep your C55. The C65 is 1 year newer than the C55, and both phones land on almost the same BeastScore (79.6 vs 79.6). The biggest improvements: launched $10 cheaper. Trade-offs to know: 0.1" smaller screen, lower-resolution main camera (−14 mp).
What is the biggest difference between the C55 and C65?
Launched $10 cheaper: $170 on the C55 vs $160 on the C65.
Does the C65 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 C65?
Upgrade if: Your C55 is damaged or no longer receives the updates you need.