Poco F8 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the 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 leads — 61/100 vs 34/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco F8 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 220g).
Poco F8
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 205g vs 220g
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Poco F8 scores 27 points higher (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2760000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (72/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 27 points (61/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.