Nubia Z40S Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Nubia Z40S Pro (2022) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z40S Pro leads — 48/100 vs 5/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z40S Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Nubia Z40S Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (60/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z40S Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Nubia Z40S Pro scores 43 points higher (48/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro leads (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Z40S Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1425446 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 18GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 12, MyOS 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×74.0×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | — | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Z40S Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Nubia Z40S Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Z40S Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (22/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (60/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (51/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nubia Z40S Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nubia Z40S Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 43 points (48/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z40S Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nubia Z40S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z40S Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nubia Z40S Pro leads on camera score (60/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z40S Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nubia Z40S Pro leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z40S Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nubia Z40S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.