Poco F7 Ultra vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Poco F7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 Ultra has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco F7 Ultra is thinner (8.4mm vs 9.9mm).
Poco F7 Ultra
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 212g vs 220g
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (35/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Poco F7 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Poco F7 Ultra scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco F7 Ultra | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2931492 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $500 | — |
Poco F7 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco F7 Ultra
- 5300 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:39 hrs, total 26:17 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F7 Ultra and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 Ultra over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F7 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.