Apple iPhone 17e vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 5/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17e has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.

The Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 33 points (38/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 33 points higher (38/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17e Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Processor Apple A19
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 466x466
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh
Charging 20W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP
Front camera 24 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 19
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm
Weight 163 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (29/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (96/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 33 points (38/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.