ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 60/100 vs 5/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Higher performance (72/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 55 points higher (60/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 65W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Price | $999 | — |
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (72/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (39/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (58/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (50/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 55 points (60/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (72/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.