Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 59/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (46/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Google Pixel 11a scores 6 points higher (65/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 220 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (83/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (46/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.