Huawei P50 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Huawei P50 Pro (2021) 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 Huawei P50 Pro leads — 44/100 vs 34/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4360); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei P50 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 220g).
Huawei P50 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 195g vs 220g
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 25/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4360 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Huawei P50 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Huawei P50 Pro scores 10 points higher (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei P50 Pro leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei P50 Pro leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei P50 Pro 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 Huawei P50 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei P50 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Huawei P50 Pro (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Huawei P50 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1141829 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1228 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4360 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.8×72.8×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Huawei P50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei P50 Pro
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2700x1228
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Huawei P50 Pro
- 4360 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Pro 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 Huawei P50 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei P50 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (56/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Huawei P50 Pro (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Huawei P50 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei P50 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei P50 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pro leads on camera score (75/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P50 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pro leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P50 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Huawei P50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.