Honor Magic4 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Honor Magic4 (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 Magic4 leads — 42/100 vs 34/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic4 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Honor Magic4 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 220g).
Honor Magic4
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 220g
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic4 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Honor Magic4 scores 8 points higher (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic4 leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic4 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Honor Magic4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Honor Magic4 | 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 | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2664 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6, Google Play Services | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.5×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Honor Magic4
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Honor Magic4
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2664
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor Magic4
- 4800 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 Magic4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic4 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor Magic4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Honor Magic4 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic4 edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic4 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic4 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic4 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic4 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic4 leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic4 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Honor Magic4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.