Google Pixel 4 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, 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 15/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 220g).

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Performance 2
Display 50
Camera 6
Battery 0
Design 97
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 19 points higher (34/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (43/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (97/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 862803
Geekbench Single 968
Geekbench Multi 2731
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 120W
Main camera 2 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 5 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 162 g 220 g
Price
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
6
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (43/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (49/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (97/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.