Nothing Phone (3) vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 61/100 vs 34/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 220g).
Nothing Phone (3)
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 198g vs 220g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Nothing Phone (3) scores 27 points higher (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (52/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2306162 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 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 (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (52/100 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 (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 27 points (61/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.