Nothing Phone (1) vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Nothing Phone (1) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (1) leads — 35/100 vs 34/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (1) is noticeably lighter (193g vs 220g).
Nothing Phone (1)
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 193g vs 220g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (1) vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Nothing Phone (1) scores 1 points higher (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) 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 Nothing Phone (1) is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (58/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nothing Phone (1) | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 830458 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Nothing OS 1.1.3 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.8×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nothing Phone (1)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Nothing Phone (1)
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (1)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) 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 Nothing Phone (1) is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (49/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (58/100 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 Nothing Phone (1) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (1) edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (1) and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (1) has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (1) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (1) leads on camera score (53/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (1) over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (1) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.