Honor Magic V vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Honor Magic V (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V leads — 36/100 vs 34/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V has the bigger battery (4750 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is noticeably lighter (220g vs 288g).
Honor Magic V
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 4750 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 220g vs 288g
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (25/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic V vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Honor Magic V scores 2 points higher (36/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Honor Magic V (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Honor Magic V | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1290942 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | — | |
| Display | 7.9" Foldable OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1984x2272 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4750 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6, Google Play Services (market/region dependent) | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×141.1×6.7 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 288 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Honor Magic V
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Honor Magic V
- 7.9" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1984x2272
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor Magic V
- 4750 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Honor Magic V (25/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Honor Magic V or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic V edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic V has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic V leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic V leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic V is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.