Fairphone 3+ vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 34/100 vs 13/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 220g).
Fairphone 3+
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 189g vs 220g
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3040 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 21 points higher (34/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (43/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (63/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | — | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $489 | — |
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (43/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (49/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (63/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 21 points (34/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.