Poco F8 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 5/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Poco F8 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (73/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Poco F8 Pro scores 66 points higher (71/100 vs 5/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 0/100). 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 GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (66/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (73/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3033306 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Price | $529 | — |
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (66/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 66 points (71/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.