Poco C40 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, 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 — 34/100 vs 11/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco C40 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 220g).
Poco C40
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 204g vs 220g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 23 points higher (34/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Poco C40 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (45/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Poco C40 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (43/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Poco C40 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (45/100 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 Poco C40 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 23 points (34/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.