Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 34/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 220g).

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 21 points (55/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 21 points higher (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (49/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Apple A19 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 40W 120W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 12 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 26 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 177 g 220 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO 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 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (49/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 21 points (55/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.