Poco F8 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Poco F8 Pro (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 F8 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 220g).
Poco F8 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 220g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (73/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Poco F8 Pro scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (66/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (73/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3033306 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $529 | — |
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
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 F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (66/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (51/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (73/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.