Poco F7 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Poco F7 (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 leads — 51/100 vs 5/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 46 points (51/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Performance 40
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 65
Design 31
Value for money 82
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Poco F7 better?

  • Higher performance (40/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Poco F7 scores 46 points higher (51/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco F7 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Poco F7: The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F7 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
AnTuTu 2205289
Geekbench Single 2070
Geekbench Multi 6694
Display 6.7" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh
Charging 90W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 215 g
Price $399
Camera comparison
Poco F7
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco F7
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco F7
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F7
$399
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (40/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (65/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco F7 (50/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 46 points (51/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Poco F7 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Poco F7 leads on performance (40/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.