Motorola Razr 40 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Motorola Razr 40 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. Both devices score the same overall rating of 34/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4200); the Motorola Razr 40 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 220g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 34/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr 40
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 20
Design 65
Value for money 69
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Razr 40 better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 30W

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

The Motorola Razr 40 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS received the same MobileRank rating — 34/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 20/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Razr 40 leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr 40 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Motorola Razr 40 (49/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Razr 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Razr 40 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Razr 40: The Motorola Razr 40 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 Motorola Razr 40 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 840330
Geekbench Single 1039
Geekbench Multi 2885
Display 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2640 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 30W 120W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 170.8×74.0×7.4 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 188 g 220 g
Price $586
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr 40
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Razr 40
  • 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2640
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr 40
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 5W
20
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Razr 40
$586
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr 40 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr 40 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Motorola Razr 40 (49/100 vs 20/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Razr 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Razr 40 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr 40 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

Both devices scored 34/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Motorola Razr 40.

What is the rating of the Motorola Razr 40 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Motorola Razr 40 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr 40 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Motorola Razr 40 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Razr 40 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Motorola Razr 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.