Huawei P50 Pocket vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Huawei P50 Pocket (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 27/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 40 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei P50 Pocket doesn't; the Huawei P50 Pocket is noticeably lighter (190g vs 220g).
Huawei P50 Pocket
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 190g vs 220g
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 25/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 40MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Huawei P50 Pocket vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 7 points higher (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei P50 Pocket leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (55/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei P50 Pocket is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (43/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (49/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei P50 Pocket significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (62/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (55/100 vs 13/100).
| Specification | Huawei P50 Pocket | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1119714 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2790x1188 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $1410 | — |
Huawei P50 Pocket
- Main: 40MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei P50 Pocket
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2790x1188
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Huawei P50 Pocket
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- 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, the Huawei P50 Pocket is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (43/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (49/100 vs 17/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei P50 Pocket significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (62/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Huawei P50 Pocket (55/100 vs 13/100).
Which is better: the Huawei P50 Pocket or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Huawei P50 Pocket by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei P50 Pocket and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pocket has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei P50 Pocket or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P50 Pocket or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pocket leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P50 Pocket over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pocket is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.