Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 34/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 220g).

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 25 points (59/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Performance 53
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 7
Design 51
Value for money 41
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3582 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 7/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 25 points higher (59/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (49/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 1870000
Geekbench Single 3400
Geekbench Multi 8300
Display 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3582 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 27W 120W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 5 MP
Front camera 12 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS iOS 18 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 199 g 220 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 3582 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$999
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (53/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (49/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 25 points (59/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (53/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.