Oppo Reno8 (China) vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Oppo Reno8 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 59/100 vs 53/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 954,090); the Oppo Reno8 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno8 (China)
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
What makes Oppo Reno8 (China) better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 220g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 3281
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo Reno8 (China) vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 6 points higher (59/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno8 (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo Reno8 (China) | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 954090 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1114 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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 12, ColorOS 12.1 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.4×7.7 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno8 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Oppo Reno8 (China)
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno8 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo Reno8 (China) and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads Oppo Reno8 (China) by 16.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 (China) (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno8 (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno8 (China) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Oppo Reno8 (China) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno8 (China) and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Oppo Reno8 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno8 (China) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno8 (China) or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on performance (64/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno8 (China) over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.