Poco F8 Ultra vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 83/100 vs 5/100 (a 78-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Poco F8 Ultra
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 78 points higher (83/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3640351 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Price | $729 | — |
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (90/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (50/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 78 points (83/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.