Apple iPhone Fold vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Apple iPhone Fold (2026) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Fold leads — 56/100 vs 34/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP.
Apple iPhone Fold
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Higher performance (72/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (47/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 25/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Fold vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Apple iPhone Fold scores 22 points higher (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Fold and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (50/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Apple iPhone Fold | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2568709 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3970 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10558 | — | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x2713 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Apple iPhone Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 4MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1920x2713
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Apple iPhone Fold
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (72/100 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 Fold and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (49/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (50/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Apple iPhone Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 22 points (56/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Apple iPhone Fold has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Apple iPhone Fold leads on performance (72/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Fold over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Apple iPhone Fold is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.